Minato is a name of Japanese origin and it is a unisex name. The meaning of Minato is 'harbor'. A well-known personality with the name is Minato-fuji Takayuki, a retired sumo wrestler from Japan.

How did Minato get his name?

Namikaze Minato (波風ミナト) was the legendary famous Fourth Hokage (四代目火影) of Konohagakure. He was famous in his life for his very fast speed, therefore giving him the nickname of the Konoha's Yellow Flash (木ノ葉の黄色い閃光). ... Including the leader of Team Minato.

Why dont Naruto and Minato have the same last name?

Naruto's Father, Minato Namikaze, Made Countless Enemies, Endangering His Family. ... Half the tailed beast was sealed inside a newly born Naruto, after which both parents died. Naruto's care was entrusted to the Third Hokage, who, significantly, gave him the Uzumaki surname.