21 Best Anime Characters with White Hair

Some anime fans really are obsessed with White-Haired Male Characters. White hair in anime characters often looks good and has an attractive personality. Here are some well-known white-haired male characters that are my top choices.

21. Decim – Death Parade

Decim - Death Parade

Decim is the white-haired bartender in Death Parade who judges souls. At first, he seems emotionless like a robot, just doing his job. But as he meets different souls and learns about their lives, he starts to understand human feelings better. Decim trying to figure out human emotions is what makes his story worth sticking around for.

20. Ayame Sohma – Fruits Basket

Ayame Sohma - Fruits Basket

Ayame is Yuki’s older brother in Fruits Basket anime. He has long straight white hair. Ayame turns into a snake when hugged by girls because of a family curse. He’s funny and dramatic, which makes people laugh. Even though he acts silly, Ayame’s trying to fix things with his brother Yuki.

19. Gabimaru – Hell’s Paradise

Gabimaru – Hell's Paradise

Gabimaru is a ninja with white hair in Hell’s Paradise. He starts off as a killer who’s supposed to be executed.  Instead, he gets a chance to live if he can find something that makes people live forever. His story is about finding out what’s really important in life.

18. Sanemi Shinazugawa – Demon Slayer

Sanemi Shinazugawa – Demon Slayer

Sanemi is a tough guy with messy white hair in Demon Slayer. He seems mean at first, but that’s because he’s been through a lot. Demons killed his family, so now he fights them as hard as he can. Even though Sanemi acts rough, he really cares about the other demon slayers. His story shows how people can be angry but still good inside.

17. Zen Wisteria – Snow White with the Red Hair

Zen Wisteria – Snaow White with the Red Hair

Zen is a prince with short white hair in Snow White with the Red Hair.  The story is about Zen’s relationship with Shirayuki, a girl who’s good with plants. Zen works hard at being a good prince and always tries to help and protect Shirayuki. His story shows how love and doing your duty can go together.

16. Griffith – Berserk

Griffith – Berserk

Griffith is the leader of a group called the Band of the Hawk in Berserk. He has long white hair and blue eyes that make him look almost perfect. Griffith wants to build his own kingdom and will do anything to get it. His friendship with Guts gets complicated, and he ends up turning into a demon. Griffith’s story shows how big dreams can sometimes lead to bad choices called Femto. 

15. Garou – One Punch Man

Garou - One Punch Man

Garou’s the villain with wild white hair in One Punch Man anime. He’s a fighter and hates heroes and thinks monsters should win for a change. Garou’s tough, stubborn, and keeps getting stronger no matter how many times he’s beaten. He starts off hunting heroes but ends up becoming something else entirely.

14. Toge Inumaki – Jujutsu Kaisen

Toge Inumaki - Jujutsu Kaisen

Toge is the quiet guy with white hair in Jujutsu Kaisen. He has markings on his face and talks using food words, because his words are so powerful they can curse people, so he keeps it simple. Toge’s tough in a fight and always has his friends’ backs. He might not say much, but he’s the kind of person you want on your team when things get rough.

13. Mizuki – Kamisama Kiss

Mizuki - Kamisama Kiss

Mizuki’s a troublemaker with a heart of gold. He loves making up dramas, especially with Tomoe. But he really would do anything for Nanami. He’ has his own sad past, which explains why he acts the way he does.

12. Gin – Hotarubi no Mori e

Gin - Hotarubi no Mori e

Gin’s the forest spirit with a sad story. He looks like a human with his white hair, but he can never touch one or he’ll disappear. When he meets Hotaru, a human girl, things get complicated. Gin’s quiet and kind, and you can’t help but feel for the guy. His friendship with Hotaru is sweet but heartbreaking – they’re so close, but always have to stay apart.

11. Tomoe – Kamisama Kiss

Tomoe - Kamisama Kiss

Tomoe was the grumpiest fox spirit. He has white hair, pointy ears, and an attitude problem. At first, he can’t stand Nanami, the new god he has to serve. But give it time – you’ll see this tough guy soften up. It’s pretty fun watching him go from “I don’t care about humans” to being Nanami’s fiercest protector.

10. Dabi – My Hero Academia

Dabi - My Hero Academia

Dabi is a villain with white hair and scars all over his body. He can create extremely hot blue flames, it makes him a formidable opponent. There’s a lot of mystery about Dabi’s true identity and his reasons for becoming a villain. Even though he’s a villain, His complicated past makes him an interesting character.

9. Noé Archiviste – The Case Study of Vanitas

Noé Archiviste – The Case Study of Vanitas

Noé’s a vampire in The Case Study of Vanitas. Noé is on a mission to learn more about the grimoire of Vanitas. What makes Noé interesting is that he’s actually kind-hearted, which you don’t expect from a vampire. He’s determined to do the right thing, even when it’s tough. Noé’s not perfect, but that’s what makes him feel real.

8. Hajime Umemiya – Wind Breaker

Hajime Umemiya – Wind Breaker

Hajime Umemiya is one of the deuteragonists of the action delinquent anime and manga series Wind Breaker. He is the leader of Bofurin and a third-year student at Furin High School. Hajime is a commanding presence with his white hair and determined personality. Known for his leadership skills and strength, Hajime is both a respected leader and a formidable fighter. His dedication to his friends and his team underscores the themes of loyalty and camaraderie in the series.

7. Killua Zoldyck – Hunter x Hunter

Killua Zoldyck - Hunter x Hunter

Killua comes from a Zoldyck family of assassins. He has white hair and blue eyes. Killua is very skilled and can use electricity powers. His friendship with Gon, helps him become a better person and move away from his family’s way of life. Watching Killua balance his assassin training with his desire for normal friendships is what makes him compelling.

6. Ken Kaneki – Tokyo Ghoul

Ken Kaneki - Tokyo Ghoul

Kaneki was a normal shy student but becomes half-human, half-ghoul after an accident. His hair turns white when this big change happens. Kaneki struggles with his new identity and tries to find his place in a world where humans and ghouls are enemies. His journey from a shy student to a powerful half-ghoul is a main part of the story.

5. Tengen Uzui – Demon Slayer

Tengen Uzui - Demon Slayer

Tengen is a flashy warrior with white hair from Demon Slayer. He fights using sound techniques. But, Tengen is a strong fighter and he always wants to protect people from demons.

4. Hatsuharu Sohma – Fruits Basket

Hatsuharu Sohma - Fruits Basket

Haru, from the Sohma family in Fruits Basket, has two sides to his personality. He switches between calm “White Haru” and aggressive “Black Haru.” His white hair matches this split personality. Haru cares deeply for his friends and deals with his family’s curse.

3. Seishiro Nagi – Blue Lock

Seishiro Nagi - Blue Lock

Nagi is naturally talented at soccer. He has white hair and a calm personality. At first, he didn’t care much about soccer, but his skills quickly made him important in the Blue Lock project. Watching Nagi grow to love soccer is a big part of his story.

2. Kakashi Hatake – Naruto

Kakashi Hatake - Naruto

Kakashi is known as the Copy Ninja in Naruto. He is one of the famous character from Naruto. He has white hair and always wears a mask. Kakashi can copy any technique he sees with his special eye. He seems lazy but is actually a great sensei. Also, he is so strong.

1. Satoru Gojo – Jujutsu Kaisen

Satoru Gojo - Jujutsu Kaisen

Gojo is a powerful sorcerer with white hair and a blindfold. He’s the strongest in his world, with amazing abilities like the “Limitless” technique and “Six Eyes.” Gojo acts carefree most of the time but gets serious when protecting his students and friends. His looks and powers make him stand out.