Best Female Anime Vampires

Anime creators have given vampire fans some of the most terrifying, strong, and even cute vampires of all time. Fans of this type of character can easily find new favorites while watching the best anime vampires and following their thrilling and often terrifying adventures.

Some of these immortal creatures are truly remorseless and powerful anime villains, but not all of them serve villainous roles. Vampires also aren’t confined to one particular anime genre, which allows fans of all sorts of genres to get their fix one way or another. The anime medium is home to a range of supernatural beings, and though there is no shortage of female anime vampires, some are arguably a lot more iconic than others.

Updated March 17, 2025, by Mark Sammut: The Winter 2025 season has not had much in the way of supernatural entities. That said, Ishura includes a vampire anime girl in its extensive cast, and Linaris features in one of season 2’s best segments. However, due to the show’s ensemble approach to storytelling, she has only appeared in one episode so far.

This article has been expanded with three more female vampires.

21

Karin Maaka (Karin)

A Bubbly Girl With A Lot Of Blood

Karin

Release Date

November 3, 2005

Twisting the mythos on its head, Karin‘s eponymous girl is the direct opposite of the typical vampire, at least when it comes to blood. Rather than drinking blood to survive, Karin needs to get rid of excessive blood, a process that involves finding “victims” willing to drink it. Accomplishing that is not easy, and things become even more stressful when a new student arrives in her class.

Karin is primarily a rom-com, with the story following Karin and Kenta’s gradual relationship as they grow closer. The vampire angle provides an interesting gimmick and early plot hook, but it is mostly pushed to the side after a while. Fortunately, Karin is incredibly charming and carries this show on her back, although Kenta is not a bad male lead either.

20

Mireille Manson (Trinity Blood)

A Truly Diabolical Villain

Trinity Blood

Release Date

April 29, 2005

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There are plenty of vampires who are not entirely evil. They can be capable of good deeds, or they can be outright heroines in their own right, but this is not the case with Mireille Manson of Trinity Blood, who is as dastardly as villains come.

War has broken out between vampires and humans, and Mireilla Manson is one of the former, originally posing as a nun in order to kidnap a very special child with telepathic abilities. But kidnapping is not her only crime, as members of the Fleur du Mal have been found guilty of many counts of murder, extortion, and kidnapping, showcasing the depraved depths of cruelty these specific vampires are willing to stoop to. Mireille is a character that anime fans will love to hate.

19

Redcurrant (The Ancient Magus’ Bride)

Though Her Heart May Not Beat, it Still Loves

Though not the main star of The Ancient Magus’ Bride, Redcurrant became a noticeable and memorable side character because of her story and relationship with Joel who, unlike this blood-drinking creature, was just a normal man with a love for writing. She always found herself drawn to passionate artists who weren’t too old, and Joel was no exception.

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Unfortunately, her beaus nearly all meet a bloody end because of Redcurrant’s thirst. With Joel, however, her character undergoes a drastic change, and she spares his life, holding no desire to end it prematurely. This shift in her character is nothing short of heart-warming and instantly cements her as a character fans can’t help but root for.

18

Carmilla (Undead Murder Farce)

A Powerful And Alluring Vampire

Undead Murder Farce

Release Date

July 6, 2023

Despite the name, only one character in this anime is an undead of the fanged variety, and that is Carmilla. In Undead Murder Farce, three characters travel the world, undertaking cases revolving around the supernatural, which there are plenty of.

Though Carmilla only plays a minor role, her short stint was enough to cement her as a fantastic vampire character, thanks to the excellent visual design of her character and her bewitching personality. Anyone who spends enough time around her is sure to be enthralled.

17

Saya Otonashi (Blood+)

This Young Protagonist Carries Many Regrets

Blood+

Release Date

October 8, 2005

This vampire anime starts seemingly normal, following the life of Saya Otonashi as she struggles with anemia and recalling memories. A brutal vampire attack one night changes all of this, awakening Saya to her vampiric powers. She uses these to put an end to the vampire’s rampage and joins an organization so she can put these abilities to use by protecting others.

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Saya’s life as a vampire in Blood+ is anything but easy, as she carries regret regarding her younger sister Diva and wants to do whatever she can to right her wrongs, even if that means killing her. She carries a heavy burden for one so young, and viewers cannot help but to sympathize with her plight and hope she can experience peace with herself one day.

16

Kamyu (Utawarerumono)

Her Vampiric Nature Introduced A New Side To Her Character

Utawarerumono features one of the strongest gods in anime as well as all kinds of supernatural creatures, including vampires. This thrilling anime masterfully blends political intrigue with mythical action and has well-crafted and likable characters like Kamyu.

Kamyu’s story is especially interesting since the cute girl went through a serious change because of the Onkamiyamukai. After her transformation into a vampire, her thirst for blood emerged, and fans could meet a whole new side of one of their favorite characters. This iconic vampire princess struggles a lot with her new vampiric nature since it’s so different from her naturally kind and caring personality.

15

Avrora Florestina (Strike The Blood)

Makes A Heavy Sacrifice That Adds Depth To The Narrative

Strike The Blood

Release Date

October 4, 2013

Strike the Blood is a brilliant harem anime series with plenty of powerful characters, but none of them are as selfless as Avrora Florestina. This beautiful vampiress sacrificed her powers to Kojou Akatsuki, elevating him to the status of the Fourth Progenitor, while she descended into a seemingly endless sleep.

While Kojou’s escapades drive Strike the Blood‘s narrative, it’s Avrora’s haunting legacy and the weight of her sacrifice that give meaning to it all. The deep bond she shares with Kojou is felt throughout the story and influences his every decision and battle. Although she might not be such an active part of the story, Avrora is its very heartbeat, since her story gives depth to a world that’s filled with fantastical beings and intense fights.

14

Seraphim (Is This A Zombie?)

A Vampire AND A Ninja?

Is This A Zombie?

Release Date

January 11, 2011

Primarily a parody of magical girls, Is This A Zombie? incorporates quite a few archetypes and themes, throwing all in the mix in the hope of creating something memorable and hilarious. For the most part, this decision was a success, as the anime is just all-around entertaining.

Showing up in search of Eucliwood, Seraphim makes a pretty great instant impression, largely thanks to her adversarial relationship with Ayumu. The two do not get along at first, although they gradually manage to find some common ground and work together. Sera does not emphasize her vampire origins all that much throughout the series, and she is arguably more of a classic ninja. That said, she does have her moments.

13

Yue (Arifureta: From Commonplace to World’s Strongest)

Completely Dedicated To Hajime

Arifureta: From Commonplace To World’s Strongest

Release Date

July 8, 2019

Network

AT-X

Directors

Kazuya Fujishiro, Natsumi Yasue, Takao Kato, Ryo Miyata, Masayuki Iimura, Satomi Nakamura, Taiji Kawanishi, Shintaro Itoga, Motoki Nakanishi

Arifureta is by definition a harem anime, with Hajime fairly quickly finding himself surrounded by female suitors who (mostly) belong to different races. That said, his main romantic partner is very clearly Yue, the powerful vampire he meets right after he is left to die by his classmates. While Hajime saves Yue, she also effectively saves his life, sparking an unbreakable bond that never falters throughout the rest of the show.

Yue is a good character in isolation as well, but she is heavily defined by her relationship with Hajime. In the sequel seasons, she is mostly just reduced to the male lead’s main love interest, and she is often reduced to a background figure as other female characters take center stage.

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Sophie Twilight (Ms. Vampire Who Lives In My Neighborhood)

A Cute And Refreshing Take On Vampires

Ms. Vampire Who Lives in My Neighborhood

Release Date

October 5, 2018

Ms. Vampire Who Lives in My Neighborhood is one of the funniest and most lighthearted anime shows in the vampire genre, and it’s mainly thanks to Matsuri. She’s one of the cutest and most hilarious anime vampire girls who couldn’t be more different from the traditional brooding vampire archetype.

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Sophie is a surprisingly sweet and bubbly vampiress with her quirks. Thanks to her human friend, Akari Amano, anime fans can get a playful peek into the daily shenanigans of vampire girls in today’s world. While her vampiric traits make the show feel more interesting, it’s her fun-loving spirit and the relatable challenges that make these stories so lovable.

11

Yuki Cross (Vampire Knight)

Has Impressive Latent Powers

Vampire Knight

Release Date

April 8, 2008

Yuki Cross is one of the cutest female anime vampires who didn’t know she was a vampire for most of her life. She attended the Guardian of Cross Academy, which led to her discovery of her true heritage. Yuki eventually learned that she was a Pureblood vampire and was awakened.

She’s also got impressive powers such as telekinesis and is capable of wielding the anti-vampire weapon called Artemis Rod. Vampire Knight is a suspenseful romance anime vampire series about Yuki and Zero’s journey as the two try to stop Zero’s transformation into a vampire and then his blood thirst once he’s completely transformed.

10

Megumi Shimizu (Shiki)

One Of The Nicest Villagers Before She Became A Monster

Shiki

Release Date

July 8, 2010

Megumi Shimizu is one of the most beloved female anime vampires despite being a villain. Her heartbreaking backstory was highly relatable to fans, and her unique and memorable look further enhanced the character’s popularity. She was the first person who was killed and turned into a vampire by the infamous Kirishiki family and was originally one of the nicest humans in her village.

Shiki is a spooky psychological thriller anime with a great story, well-crafted characters, and one of the most iconic kimonos in anime. Its story is set in a small Japanese village in the 90s and is about a series of mysterious deaths that happen after a new family moves in.

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Krul Tepes (Seraph Of The End)

Her Cute Looks Hide A Cruel Nature

Even though Krul Tepes has one of the cutest looks of all the anime vampires, she’s one of the most selfish and cruel anime characters ever created. Japan’s former vampire queen doesn’t really care about other vampires and hates humans. Since she’s one of the oldest vampires, she’s considerably strong, fast, and can heal her injuries in seconds.

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Seraph of The End is one of the most exciting post-apocalyptic anime with vampires. The story is set in a world in which a virus kills most of humanity, and vampires take over the planet and treat humans only as livestock. The tale follows Yuichiro’s adventures, who escapes his vampire captors and joins an extermination unit that tries to kill all vampires.

8

Mina Tepes (Dance In The Vampire Bund)

Uses Her Youthful Appearance To Trick Her Enemies

Dance in the Vampire Bund

Release Date

January 7, 2010

Mina Tepes is one of the most iconic and strongest female anime vampires. She’s a pure vampire and is one of the oldest of her kind. While the queen of all vampires can change her appearance, she loves her youthful look and uses it to deceive her enemies.

She only shows her more violent side to others and always hides her vulnerabilities. She’s not only a strong immortal, but she has high intelligence and can control the minds of others. Dance in the Vampire Bund is one of the most thrilling romance anime with lots of action and vampires. The story follows Mina after she reveals to the world that vampires exist and starts her plan of building a sanctuary for them in Japan.

7

Hikari (Interviews With Monster Girls)

A Caring And Joyful Vampire

Hikari is one of the cutest and most caring anime vampires ever created. She’s the most fun demi-human in Interviews With Monster Girls who stays joyful during tough times and even helps others do the same. While she could bite others to drink blood and stay healthy, she always feeds from blood packets instead.

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However, Hikari is too embarrassed to drink boys’ blood, which sometimes leads to overeating. Interviews With Monster Girls is one of the funniest modern vampire anime set in an alternate reality where demi-humans and humans live side-by-side. The story follows a teacher called Tetsuo who teaches in a school with demis and normal humans.

6

Sunako Kirishiki (Shiki)

Another Shiki character, Sunako is the anime’s poster child and arguably the most recognizable figure, even more so than Megumi. Looking very much like a doll, Sunako gives off an air of innocence, while still being pretty creepy at a glance.

As more is revealed about the vampires, the anime gradually paints Sunako in a different light, showing her to be mature and authoritative. Her goal is to ultimately find a place where shiki can live without hiding, and she would like to accomplish this while minimizing violence against humans. That said, she will kill if necessary. Nowadays, Shiki can be somewhat difficult to track-down, but Sunako will always be one of the most iconic female anime vampires.

5

Shalltear Bloodfallen (Overlord)

Though A Shameless Flirt, Shalltear Is Still A Proud Guardian

In the Overlord anime, there is a place called the Great Tomb of Nazarick, guarded by several Floor Guardians. The first three floors are guarded by a ‘true vampire’ by the name of Shalltear Bloodfallen, a name that suggests true, bloody, and visceral power.

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But Shalltear is not quite the fearless, merciless killer one might think. Though she doesn’t suffer fools or failure, she isn’t completely unreasonable and will spare those who are given an impossible task. She can be rather flirtatious, but she also maintains an innocent ignorance about certain matters in life and is proud of her status as a Guardian and true vampire. Her young age does mean she is prone to immature actions such as fits of rage or depression when things don’t go her way, but this makes her more relatable and human.

4

Seras Victoria (Hellsing)

Has An Arsenal Of Powerful Supernatural Abilities

Seras Victoria is one of the most iconic heroes who was turned into a vampire by Alucard. After her transformation, she got stronger with every new kill and increased her superhuman abilities. Eventually, she not only had superhuman strength and the ability to regenerate her limbs; she could also fly and could even walk in the sunlight as long as she covered herself with a hood.

Hellsing was one of the best classic anime of all time, featuring some of the most iconic vampires ever created. The story is about an order of knights called Hellsing who have to kill all supernatural evil forces to protect the queen and their world.

3

Nazuna Nanakusa (Call Of The Night)

A Cool But Oddly Goofy Vampire

Call of the Night

Release Date

July 8, 2022

Call of the Night is pretty unique. The anime blends supernatural, slice of life, romance, comedy, and even action, all the while creating a strangely otherworldly atmosphere despite mostly taking place in ordinary modern Japan. Suffering from insomnia and just generally restless, Kou is a middle-schooler who spends his nights wandering the empty streets, directionless for the most part. However, one time, he meets an enigmatic woman named Nazuna, who ends up being a vampire. Kou is instantly captivated by her and her lifestyle, and he begs her to turn him into a vamp. However, they must fall in love first.

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While Kou is a decent protagonist, Nazuna is undoubtedly the star of the show. Initially coming across as mysterious, the vampire ends up being surprisingly relaxed, silly, and immature, at least considering how long she has been around. She is the type to make constant dirty jokes but then blush whenever “love” is brought up. Nazuna is a delight.

2

Moka Akashiya (Rosario + Vampire)

A Sweet Girl With A Terrifying Side

Rosario + Vampire

Release Date

2008 – 2008

Directors

Takayuki Inagaki

Writers

Hiroshi Yamaguchi

Moka Akashiya is one of the most popular female anime vampires. While Moka is normally a caring and polite vampire girl, her Inner Moka’s personality couldn’t be more different. She is strongest in her unsealed state and shows many times her exceptional strength and fighting skills.

Rosario + Vampire is one of the funniest supernatural anime series with vampires. The story follows a young boy called Tsukune and his adventures after he unknowingly enrolls in a school that’s filled with monsters who end up falling for him.