Anime has some of the most iconic female characters in media. No matter their role, they are always a vital and unforgettable part of any story. Without them, nothing in the series fans know and love would be the same.
Sometimes, the girls of the group outshine everyone else. Whether they're the main character or take a supporting role, these females ultimately become the stars of the show. It's clear why these amazing girls have become the fan favorites. Their magnetic personalities and strong presence keep the audience coming back for more, and the series would never reach such a level of popularity without them.
10 Konata Is The Quirky And Memorable Leader (Lucky Star)
Konata Izumi is one of four main characters in Lucky Star and is the leader of the group. Her eccentric personality makes her stand out immediately from the rest, her antics bringing fun and unpredictability to the series. She has a love for anime and video games, similar to the fans who love her. Her relatability is one of the main reasons she is so popular with fans of the series. Out of the four, Konata is the most memorable, and even those who aren't fans of anime recognize her.
9 Motoko Kusanagi Is The Most Prolific Character Of Her Series (Ghost In The Shell)
Major Motoko Kusanagi is one of the lead protagonists of the Ghost in the Shell franchise and is the most iconic. Throughout the franchise, there are multiple variations of her character that differ from series to series. Each version of her is compelling in her own way and adds an extra layer of complexity to her that makes her all the more interesting. Her questions on her humanity and her identity as a cyborg are vital parts of her character. These struggles play a large part in the overall story. Her incredible strength and internal battle draw fans in and make her an automatic favorite.
8 Haruhi's Exuberance Makes Her A Fitting God (The Melancholy Of Haruhi Suzumiya)
As the title's namesake, Haruhi naturally takes center stage. She shines so brightly that she easily usurps the starring role from protagonist Kyon. Her antics and animated personality breathe life into the series. As the god of their world, everything, naturally, revolves around her.
The plot hinges on Haruhi's every whim, making for an unforgettable experience every episode. Her dynamic with every character is different and is hilarious for fans to watch. Without their god, The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya is just another slice-of-life school story.
7 Lucy's Presence Is Vital To Every Part Of The Story (Elfen Lied)
Lucy is the lead female of the series Elfen Lied and connects to every part of the story. Her dark past influences the lives of each character and creates an interwoven tapestry of history between her and everyone else, especially male lead Kouta. She plays a vital role in the series because of this. For better or for worse, she changes everyone she meets. She is one of the most popular characters and the most recognizable of the series. Loved and hated by fans, her character springs up much debate and keeps the series alive in the minds of anime fans to this day.
6 Violet Evergarden's Love For Major Gilbert Is Compelling (Violet Evergarden)
Violet is the titular protagonist of the series Violet Evergarden and is the main reason fans love the story so much. The series follows Violet's journey as an Auto Memories Doll seeking to understand love and its meaning. Viewers are drawn in as she grows and learns about the feelings of others as well as herself. Her love for Major Gilbert and the struggle between the two is moving. Fans watch with tears in their eyes as Violet longs to find Gilbert and be by his side once again.
5 Zero Two Is The Unforgettable Face Of The Series (Darling In The Franxx)
Zero Two is the most memorable character of Darling in the Franxx, her popularity surpassing all others in the series. She even overshadows her partner and love interest Hiro, who is the main protagonist. Her cute design and pink hair make her very appealing to viewers. Coupled with her immense strength, she is well-liked from the very start. The series follows her desire to be human as well as her growing love for Hiro. Their romance is one of the most significant aspects of the story, remembered by fans more than anything else.
4 Yuno Gasai's Character Set The Standard For The Yandere Archetype (Future Diary)
Yuno is the lead female and love interest of Yukiteru Amano in Future Diary. However, she is much more than just a simple love interest. She stands out more than any other character in the series, easily outshining Yukiteru as well.
Her strength, psychotic personality, and obsessive love for her "Yukki" are some of the most memorable facets of the entire series. Yuno is one of the most memorable yandere characters in anime and paves the way for other characters like her. Her character brought forth an explosion of popularity for the yandere personality, which is still felt in anime today.
3 Saber Is One Of The Most Recurring Characters Of Her Franchise (Fate Series)
Saber is one of the lead characters of the Fate franchise and is easily the most recognizable of the series. Due to her presence in so many storylines, she is more memorable even than the protagonists of each series. She is the character most fans think of when they think of the Fate series. A Saber-class servant with unfathomable skills that have allowed her to transcend stories, Saber has served multiple masters, fighting in several wars at their command. Her strength and talent make her more than worthy of the love and recognition she receives. Saber is a fitting choice to represent the franchise as a whole.
2 Rem's Loving Heart Makes Her A Favorite Among Fans (Re:Zero - Starting Life In Another World)
Rem is one of several girls in Re:Zero and is a supporting character. She works as a maid alongside her sister, Ram. Despite her small role in the story, Rem is one of the most popular characters in the series, if not the most popular of all. Her sweet personality and undying love for Subaru earn her a place in fans' hearts as the most beloved girl. This love makes the erasure of her memories and name in the second season all the more painful for Subaru and the audience. It is a moment in the series fans still cry over. She is so popular that even those who know nothing of the series know who she is. She may have a mere supporting role, but she has undoubtedly become the face of the series.
1 Usagi Is A Classic Character From An Unforgettable Series (Sailor Moon)
Protagonist Usagi Tsukino is the very embodiment of the Sailor Moon franchise. She is one of the most recognizable characters in the history of anime and everyone knows her name. She is the most powerful of the Sailor Guardians and also the Princess of the Moon Kingdom reincarnated. While the entire cast of Sailor Moon is lovable and distinct, there is just something special about Usagi. No matter how incredible every Sailor Guardian is, she shines the brightest of them all. Her love and positivity attract fans of all ages. With her big heart, unparalleled powers, and iconic design, it is no wonder why she is the most popular of the Sailor Guardians.
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