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[tsukikoayanosuke]

When you wake up one day and had the silly idea to give names for every virtual singer in Project Sekai (except the original and Aku no Taizai Series)

First Name Theme:

Leo/need: Constellation

MORE MORE JUMP!: Flowers

Vivid BAD SQUAD: Seasonal-themed names

Wonderlands x Showtime: Disney protagonists

25-ji, Nightcord de.: Member's center conflict or special skill

Surname Theme: Japanese writers, specifically from Bungou to Alchemist

And now with name meaning rambles:

Leo/Need

Miku: Virgo Ogawa

Virgo is the Western equivalent of the Babylonian "The Furrow" (ASBIN) and representing the goddess Shala and her ear of grain. One star in this constellation, Spica, retains this tradition as it is Latin for "ear of grain", one of the major products of the Mesopotamian furrow. For this reason the constellation became associated with fertility. Leo/need Miku's first event card is during "Singing Among the Cherry Blossoms" which mostly centers around Ichika in her attempt in being more confident. Starting that moment, Ichika flourish into the singer we know.

Ogawa is taken from Ogawa Bimei (小川未明), the writer of Red Candles and the Mermaid (赤い蝋燭と人魚), The Moonlight and the Glasses (月夜と眼鏡), Wild Rose (野薔薇), and A Telegraph Pole and A Weird Man (電信柱と妙な男).

Rin: Arye Miyazawa

Arye is another name for the Leo constellation, called by the Jews. The constellation Leo is the Western equivalent of the constellation was called the "Great Lion" (UR.GU.LA) in Babylonian astronomy. The bright star of the constellation, Regulus, is also knows as "the star that stands at the Lion's breast." and had distinctly regal associations, as it was known as the King Star. Leo/need Rin's first appearance is during "Unnamed Harmony" which centers around Saki's struggles in making song. However, as Shiho had said, Saki had been helping everyone by being herself and be the first one to figure out the feelings they want to say. Thus, making Saki the central "star" of the ban, similar to Regulus's status as "the star that stands at the Lion's breast."

Miyazawa is taken from Miyazawa Kenji (宮沢賢治), the writer of Be Not Defeated by the Rain (雨ニモマケズ), Night on the Galactic Railroad (銀河鉄道の夜), The Restaurant of Many Orders (注文の多い料理店) and The Wind Child Matasaburou (風の又三郎).

Len: Bishop Oda

Bishop is a masculine name of English and Greek origin, from the word epískopos, meaning "overseer". In Babylonian star catalogues, "The Overseer" or "The God Pabilsaĝ" (PA.BIL.SAG) has a Western quivalent; Sagittarius. Pabilsaĝ was a Mesopotamian god. Not much is known about his role in Mesopotamian religion, though it is known that he could be regarded as a bow-armed warrior deity, as a divine cadastral officer or a judge. He might have also been linked to healing, though this remains disputed. Leo/need Len's first appearance is during "Putting Feelings into Words" where Honami takes the role of "overseer", the first one who noticed Shiho doing things behind their back and overall being the one in charge in taking care to her bandmates.

Oda is taken from Oda Sakunosuke (織田作之助), the writer of Hurray for Marriage (夫婦善哉) and The Paradox of Youth (青春の逆説).

Luka: Inanna Kikuchi

Inanna or the "Lady of the Heaven" (A.NU.NI.TUM) is one of the Babylonian constellation that compossed the western Pisces, along with "the great swallow" (ŠIM.MAḪ). Inanna is an ancient Mesopotamian goddess of love, war, and fertility. She is also associated with beauty, sex, divine law, and political power. In Inanna's Descent into the Underworld, Inanna perceives that Dumuzid, her first and primary consort, has failed to properly mourn her death and, when she returns from the Underworld, allows the galla demons to drag him down to the Underworld as her replacement. Inanna later regrets this decision and decrees that Dumuzid will spend half the year in the Underworld, but the other half of the year with her, while his sister Geshtinanna stays in the Underworld in his place, thus resulting in the cycle of the seasons. Leo/need Luka's first event card is during "Stella After the Rain" that centers around Saki wanting to do more for the band, especially after being sick for a long time. The change of the season in Inanna Underworld myth can represent her unstable health.

Kikuchi is taken from Kikuchi Kan (菊池寛), the writer of Beyond Love and Hate (恩讐の彼方に) and Madame Pearl (真珠夫人).

Meiko: Aquarius Natsume

Aquarius is identified as "The Great One" (GU.LA) in the Babylonian star catalogues and represents the god Ea himself, who is commonly depicted holding an overflowing vase. In Old Babylonian astronomy, Ea was the ruler of the southernmost quarter of the Sun's path, the "Way of Ea", corresponding to the period of 45 days on either side of winter solstice. Aquarius was also associated with the destructive floods that the Babylonians regularly experienced, and thus was negatively connoted. Leo/Need Meiko's first appearance is during "Don't Let Doubts Hold You Back" which centers around Honami standing up for herself. Her pacifist nature can be seen as both good thing and bac thing, whether becoming the middle voice of the group of seen as two-faced, similar to the nature of water used in irigation or bringer of floods.

Natsume is taken from Natsume Souseki (夏目漱石), the writer of Kokoro (こゝろ), Botchan (坊ちゃん), and I am a Cat (吾輩は猫である).

Kaito: Orion Akutagawa

In the Babylonian star catalogues, Orion is the Western equivalent to The Heavenly Shepherd or True Shepherd of Anu constellation (SIPA.ZI.AN.NA). Anu being the chief god of the heavenly realms. The Babylonian constellation is sacred to Papshukal and Ninshubur, both minor gods fulfilling the role of 'messenger to the gods'. Leo/need Kaito's first appearance is during "A Bright Future!!" which center around Ichika who wants to share her feelings through her lyrics, to be more confident in expressing through songs.

Akutagawa is taken from Akutagawa Ryuunosuke (芥川龍之介), the writer of Rashoumon (羅生門), Hell Screen (地獄変), and Cogwheels (歯車).

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Miku: Narcissa Yamamoto

Narcissa is a girl's name of Greek origin, meaning "daffodil." Daffodils symbolize new beginnings and rebirth–two characteristics that perfectly represent the new year.  MMJ Miku's first event card is during "The Tomorrow We Hope For". The name can represent MMJ's whole journey; Haruka, Airi, and Shizuku having a renewal/rebirth as a new group idol along with Minori and her endless hope.

Yamamoto is taken from Yamamoto Yuuzou (山本有三), the writer of Towards the Truth (真実一路), A Woman's Life (女の一生), and A Stone by the Roadside (路傍の石).

Rin: Lily Tokunaga

Lily had two meanings: one as a sign of purity and magnificent beauty, and the other as a symbol of rebirth or resurrection. MMJ Rin's first event card is during "Time to RE:START!" which focuses of the group trying to find a way to get into the idol industry (you can say for their 'rebirth).

Tokunaga is taken from Tokunaga Sunao (徳永直), the writer of The Sunless Street (太陽のない街) and The Whole Family Works (はたらく一家).

Len: Lilach Takamura

Lilach is a version of the word "lilac". It is stronger and more masculine so it works well as a boy's name. Although lilac flower stands for renewal and confidence overall, each color of lilac has its own specific meaning. White lilacs represent purity and innocence, while purple lilacs symbolize spirituality. If the blooms edge more on the blue side of the color wheel, they symbolize happiness and tranquility. Magenta lilacs symbolize love and passion. MMJ Len first appearance is during "Happy Lovely Everyday!" which focuses on Airi's view on her past and present and how Airi from back then and now is really is the same.

Takamura is taken from Takamura Koutarou (高村光太郎), the writer of The Journey (道程) and Chieko's Sky (智恵子抄).

Luka: Amaryllis Kitahara

Amaryllis flowers are believed to mean pride, strength and determination as they stand tall above all other winter blooms. Amaryllis is also a Greek name which means 'to sparkle'. MMJ Luka's first appearance is during "My Color!" which focuses of Shizuku standing up as her own self instead of what the public wants to see.

Kitahara is taken from Kitahara Hakushuu (北原白秋), the writer of Paulownia Flowers (桐の花), Heretics (邪宗門), and Platinum Top (白金の独楽).

Meiko: Lavender Shiga

Lavender flowers tend to have a soothing effect on the surroundings. Lavender brings peace and harmony to the interactions between loved ones and is often considered a symbol of happiness, love, devotion, and protection. MMJ Meiko's first appearance is during "You Deserve It! Break Time!" which focuses on Shizuku in finding ways for Haruka to take a break, but this can also represent Haruka's love and devotion toward MMJ which is why she's working hard for them and managed to find "harmony" in her times.

Shiga is taken from Shiga Naoya (志賀直哉), the writer of Dark Night's Passing (暗夜行路), At Kinosaki (城の崎にて), Reconciliation (和解), and The Shopboy's God (小僧の神様).

Kaito: Aciano Dan

Aciano is a unique name that means "cornflower" in Spanish. This Mediterranean native flower represents natural beauty and the circle of life, and is often used to symbolise positive hope for the future. MMJ Kaito first appearance is during "MORE MORE Making Christmas" which centers Minori and her hope to get even better and spreading hope to the world as idol.

Dan is taken from Dan Kazuo (檀一雄), the writer of Man of a Burning House (火宅の人) and Dazai Osamu: The Novel (小説 太宰治).

Vivid BAD SQUAD

Miku: Trixie Kobayashi

Trixie is a name of Latin origin meaning "she who brings happiness." VBS Miku's first event card is during "Sekai Happy New Year". She's the only one who has no direct relation to a season, however this can be taken as each season can bring a certain happiness toward different people. This also represent VBS and how each and one of them brings happiness toward each others in their pursuit of their one dream.

Kobayashi is taken from Kobayashi Takiji (小林多喜二), the writer of The Crab Cannery Ship (蟹工船), The Absentee Landlord (不在地主), and Life of a Party Member (党生活者).

Rin: Florence Sakaguchi

Florence is a feminine name of Latin origin that comes from the word florentius which means "blossoming," "flourishing," and "prosperous," making it a wonderful choice to inspire good fortune for baby throughout their life.  VBS Rin's first event card is during "Awakening Beat" which focuses in Kohane (whose name is related to the spring season) gaining more confidence in singing.

Sakaguchi is taken from Sakaguchi Ango (坂口安吾), the writer of Professor Blowhard / Professor Wind (風博士) and Under the Blossoming Cherry Trees (桜の森の満開の下).

Len: Epiphany Nakahara

Epiphany is a typically masculine name of Greek origin that means "bringing light," "manifestation," "striking appearance," or "vision of God." The name comes from the Greek word epiphaneia, which means "a sudden realization or feeling." In Ancient Greece, epiphanies were usually representative of visions of gods and were normally reported during troubling times. VBS Len's first event card is during "Nocturne Interlude". Looking for a name related to the winter season for Touya, this name can represent to Touya's shift to street music, but also represent the realization his and his father's love for music albeit in different ways.

Nakahara is taken from Nakahara Chuuya (中原中也), the writer of Poems of the Goat (山羊の歌), Songs of Bygone Days (在りし日の歌), and Upon the Tainted Sorrow (汚れつちまつた悲しみに…)

Luka: Iclyn Naoki

Iclyn is a name of Welsh origin that comes from the word ice and means "compassionate".VBS Luka's first appearance is during "Same Dream, Same Color" which mostly focuses on Touya (whose name is related to winter season) and his bonds with his friends.

Naoki is taken from Naoki Sanjuugo (直木三十五), the writer of Chronicles of the Peaceful South (南国太平記), Battle (合戦), and Kusunoki Masashige (楠木正成)

Meiko: Aine Ozaki

Aine is a traditional Irish name that is tied with the Celtic goddess of summer and prosperity, means 'happiness and success'.  VBS Meiko's first event card is during "Singing in Sync" which focuses on An's (whose name related to summer season) and her view of the 'success' in being partners which becomes their crisis and later evolve to how An see her own crisis of looking for 'happiness and success' when she was feeling left behind.

Ozaki is taken from Ozaki Kouyou (尾崎紅葉), the writer of The Golden Demon (金色夜叉), Tears and Regrets (多情多恨), and Love Confessions of Two Nuns (二人比丘尼色懺悔)

Kaito: Hunter Murou

Hunter is an English name, meaning 'pursuer.' This name reflects the age-old role of the hunter and gatherers.  VBS Kaito's first appearance is during "Stray Bad Dog" event which focuses on Akito (whose name is related to autumn season) and all of his hardworking attempt in fulfilling his dream after a lost.

Murou is taken from Muroo Saisei (室生犀星), the writer of Lyric Pieces (抒情小曲集) and Love Poem Collection (愛の詩集)

Wonderland x Showtime

Miku: Snowdrop Edogawa

Snowdrop is one of the translations of the Snow White's name. Snow White from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937) is the first Disney Princess, the first main character, and the first heroine of a Disney animated feature. Snow White is well known for her kindness and optimism — both of which act as her greatest strengths, as they've guided her safely through the various hardships faced throughout her life. She can also be assertive, with the authoritative nature of a mother. In addition, she showed leadership potential when guiding the animals around the house during their cleaning session, successfully instructing them on how to best clean the house and various items inside. WxS Miku's first event appearance is during "Run! Sports Festival! Committee Rush". Emu, being one of the main star of the event, is shown to have the skill to influence people with her cheerfulness, big heart, and love of smiles. Her optimism in a way is similar to Snow White for they always find a way to reach their goal, even if it's as simple as "finding a safe place to stay" for Snow White or "making a festival filled with smile" for Emu.

Edogawa is taken from Edogawa Ranpo (江戸川乱歩), the writer of The Case of the Murder on D Hill (D坂の殺人事件) and The Fiend with Twenty Faces (怪人二十面相).

Rin: Pleiades Tayama

Pleiades, or The Seven Sisters, is the name of seven star cluster close to the constellation Taurus. It is also the middle name of Jim Hawkins, the protagonist of Disney's Treasure Planet (2002). Jim is an adventurous young lad; rebellious, strong-willed, brave, caring, and loyal. A bad boy with a heart of gold. However, he has his insecurity, wondering if he can't do anything right. Finding treasure planet is his calling to finally fix something. WxS Rin's first Wonderland x Showtime centric event appearance is during "Wonder Magical Showtime!" where Tsukasa put aside his desire to win the whole PXL's competition in order to make Emu's dream come true. Tsukasa and Jim is almost similar, from their desire of something more (Tsukasa with his future star dream and Jim desire for adventure) but has insecurities and pulled them away from truly expressing themselves.

Tayama is taken from Tayama Katai (田山花袋), the writer of The Quilt (蒲団) and Country Teacher (田舎教師).

Len: Briar Dazai

Briar (Rose) is an alias for Princess Aurora is the titular character of Disney's Sleeping Beauty (1959). Aurora is a kind, elegant, graceful, angelic, loving, and gentle person, as well as a hopeless romantic. At first, she is seen as a slightly shy, playful and carefree young woman as a result of being sheltered for most of her life. Aurora is very loyal and honest to her "aunts" and usually obeys their rules respectfully, even though she may disagree with them. WxS Len's first event appearance is during "Smile of a Dreamer" which focuses in Emu and her attempt in making her grandpa's vision. Both Emu and Aurora are dreamers even though the situations push them down (Emu with her brothers, Aurora with her royal status), but in the end both of their dream comes true with the help of many. Coincidentally, Emu's event song and Sleeping Beauty's theme song is titled "Once Upon a Dream".

Dazai is taken from Dazai Osamu (太宰治), the writer of No Longer Human (人間失格) and Run, Melos! (走れメロス).

Luka: Rapunzel Hori

Rapunzel is the protagonist of Disney's Tangled (2010). A dreamer at heart, she's a spirited and determined young woman. Because of her sheltered up bringing, she can be rather anxious and having a low self-esteem. However, that doesn't stop her from stepping out her comfort zone and take on the unknown for the sake of experiencing her dreams. Despite being fearful and at times hesitant, she pushes herself forward to pursue her ambitions. WxS Luka's first Wonderland x Showtime centric event appearance is during "Mermaid Admiration". Both Nene and Rapunzel stepping up to finally fulfilling their dream, and now they're looking for a new dream.

Hori is taken from Hori Tatsuo (堀辰雄), the writer of The Holy Family (聖家族), The Wind Has Risen (風立ちぬ), and Naoko (菜穂子).

Meiko: Ursa Mushanokouji

Ursa Major is a constellation in the northern sky, whose associated mythology likely dates back into prehistory. Ursa Major is primarily known from the asterism of its main seven stars, which has been called the "Big Dipper", "the Wagon", "Charles's Wain", or "the Plough", among other names. In particular, the Big Dipper's stellar configuration mimics the shape of the "Little Dipper". Dipper is also the name of the main character in the Disney TV Series Gravity Falls (2012-14). Dipper is a adventurer, clever, curious and may be a bit short-temperament. Throughout the series Dipper becomes more confident in himself, has learned to have hope in the doubtful times, and become stronger when facing his enemies to stand up for what he believes in. WxS Meiko's first appearance is during "On This Holy Night, I Sing" where Nene slowly grows confident in herself once again on stage, similar to Dipper's growth.

Mushanokouji is taken from Mushanokouji Saneatsu (武者小路実篤), the writer of Good-Natured Person (お目出たき人) and Friendship (友情).

Kaito: Eliseo Satou

Eliseo has the meaning "God is my salvation", which is in line with Elizabeth that means "My God is an oath" or "My God is abundance". Elizabeth itself can be derived into Elsa, which is a name of the deuteragonist from Frozen (2013). When she was little, Elsa was still quite playful and used her magic to have fun and goof off. However, after accidentaly hurt her sister, she became terrified of losing control and chose isolation for other's protection. WxS Kaito's first event appearance is during "It's On! Wonder Halloween!" where Rui's robot accidentaly hurt Tsukasa, thus he hold back with his more daring idea, similar to Elsa. It was only after Tsukasa reasured Rui that Rui can return as his confident self, in a similar way how Anna tells Elsa that she loves her that Elsa can return summer.

Satou is taken from Satou Haruo (佐藤春夫), the writer of Melancholy in the Country (田園の憂鬱) and The House of a Spanish Dog (西班牙犬の家).

25-ji, Nightcord de.

Miku: Calypso Shimazaki

Calypso is a name of Greek origin meaning "she who hides". Niigo Miku's first event appearance is during "Imprisoned Marionette", a Mafuyu focus event. The meaning of "shw who hides" can means of Mafuyu hiding her emptiness from her mother and the public behind her smile. However, she no longer hides when she was with Niigo. In addition, this can also means she no longer "hide" under her mother's shadow, slowly realizing her trueself even when her mother always trying to keep her hidden.

Shimazaki is taken from Shimazaki Touson (島崎藤村), the writer of The Broken Commandment (破戒), A New Life (新生), and Before the Dawn (夜明け前).

Rin: Aurora Izumi

Aurora is girl's name of Latin origin meaning "dawn". Aurora is the name of the Roman goddess of sunrise whose tears turned into the morning dew. She was said to renew herself by traveling from East to West across the sky, announcing the arrival of the sun each dawn. Aurora is also associated with the scientific term for the Northern Lights, Aurora Borealis. Auroras occur when charged particles (electrons and protons) collide with gases in Earth's upper atmosphere. Those collisions produce tiny flashes that fill the sky with colourful light. As billions of flashes occur in sequence, the auroras appear to move or " dance " in the sky. Niigo Rin's first appearance is during "Insatiable Pale Color", an Ena focus event. Aurora or the Nothern Lights is known for its beautiful colors which is in-line with Ena and her painting. Similar to the creation of Aurora, there are may collision in Ena's journey with her painting talent, many ups and down, but with her brush dancing on her colorful canvas, one day she will create something that she can finally call "beautiful".

Izumi is taken from Izumi Kyouka (泉鏡花), the writer of The Holy Man of Mount Kouya (高野聖) and A Woman's Pedigree (婦系図).

Meiko: Penelope Hagiwara

Penelope is a feminine name of Greek origin. It translates from its original tongue to "weaver" and can be traced as far back as the Ancient Greeks as depicted in Homer's Odyssey. Niigo Meiko's first appearance is during "Secret Distance", a Mizuki focus event. Mizuki is known to be the one with the cute appearance, especially in fashion, hence the "weaving" meaning. However, this can also reflected in their journey of weaving their identity and new relationship with the rest of the cast, starting with Niigo and Rui, and expanding to many.

Hagiwara is taken from Hagiwara Sakutarou (萩原朔太郎), the writer of Howling at the Moon (月に吠える), Blue Cat (青猫), and Icy Island (氷島).

Luka: Aria Niimi

Aria is an Italian name that means "song or melody" while also translating to the word "air," for a light and breezy. In opera, arias mostly appear during a pause in dramatic action when a character is reflecting on their emotions. Niigo Luka's first appearance is during "Carnation Recollection", a Kanade focus event. Kanade is the composer of the group, thus has created many of their song. Especially in this event, when Kanade is struggling to make a song for Mafuyu, she reached for for her feeling from back then. So, you can say that this song is Kanade's aria.

Niimi is taken from Niimi Nankichi (新美南吉), the writer of Gon the Little Fox (ごん狐) and Buying Mittens (手袋を買いに).

Len: Diggory Kume

Diggory is a French name that means "lost one". Niigo Len's first appearance is during "Guiding a Lost Child to What Lies Beyond", a Mafuyu focus event. We can take this for Mafuyu, feeling lost and conflicted because of her mother. This can also reference to the feeling she lost before but slowly return by being with Niigo.

Kume is taken from Kume Masao (久米正雄), the writer of Notes of a Student Examinee (受験生の手記), Shipwreck (破船), and Father's Death (父の死).

Kaito: Brio Ishikawa

Brio is an Italian name translated directly to "vivacity, zest." In music, the term is used to describe a piece with brilliance and energy; often Mozart's pieces contain "brio." Niigo Kaito's first appearance is during "Immiscible Discord", a Kanade focus event. While the event doesn't have an explicit "brilliance and energy" is does turn a new page in Mafuyu emotion, some more fiesty in Kaito. This can also refer to Kanade's interaction with Mother Asahina, how she stood up for Mafuyu's sake, a spark of protective energy because Kanade cares for Mafuyu's well-being.

Ishikawa is taken from Ishikawa Takuboku (石川啄木), the writer of A Handful of Sand (一握の砂) and Sad Toys (悲しき玩具).