Naruto: Best Brothers, Ranked

Summary

• Naruto showcases the importance of sibling bonds in various relationships throughout the series.
• From Neji and Hinata to Gaara and Kankuro, siblings play a crucial role in character development.
• The dynamic between siblings like Itachi and Sasuke adds depth and emotion to the storyline.

Naruto places a huge emphasis on the bonds people share. This can be seen in how the protagonist gets stronger by calling upon his friendships while his rival, Sasuke, tries to end the life of his best friend so that he can’t be tied down to this world anymore.

Family plays a huge role in Naruto‘s story, with the series’ best brothers worming their way into the hearts of many. Regardless of how these stories end, there’s no denying that fans will love watching these brothers extend a hand to their siblings and support their family whenever the need arises.

8

Neji Hyuga

Eventually Becomes A Supportive Cousin Brother To Hinata Despite A Rocky Start

• Hinata is a part of the main family, and Neji is a part of the branch family

While Neji and Hinata are cousins, they are also half-siblings from a genetics standpoint. Neji initially resents his cousin sister, Hinata, for her weakness. This can be seen in the savage beatdown he dishes out during the Chunin Exams, prompting Naruto to swear vengeance for his heartless actions.

After their battle helps Neji see the light, the prodigy of the branch family shows his heroic side numerous times in the series. This culminates in a tearful sacrifice as he prevents Hinata and Naruto’s love from being snuffed out, putting himself in the way of a fatal attack as he breathes his last.

7

Gaara & Kankuro

The Sand Siblings Become Closer After Gaara Sees The Value Of Friendship

• Sons of Rasa, the Fourth Kazekage

It’s hard to imagine that Gaara, Kankuro, and Temari are all blood-related siblings, given how different they look. It doesn’t help that Gaara’s apathetic attitude makes it hard for his siblings to connect with him emotionally, but this changes after the Sand Village’s Jinchuriki is defeated by Naruto in an emotional battle.

Their bond strengthens after this moment, culminating in a tearful request from Kankuro who implores the Leaf Village to help rescue his baby brother after the Akatsuki manage to abduct Gaara.

6

Hagoromo & Hamura Otsutsuki

The Siblings Team Up To Stop Their Mother

• Become legendary shinobi in the process

Hagoromo and Hamura’s relationship didn’t get a lot of screen time, but it’s clear that both brothers were on the same page and loved each other. After all, the fact that they were willing to team up and seal away their mother to put an end to her tyranny is proof enough of this.

While Hagoromo eventually became the Sage of the Six Paths, Hamura awakened the Byakugan and became the progenitor of the Hyuga clan. Both brothers had a huge impact on the world of shinobi that can be witnessed even now.

5

Madara & Izuna Uchiha

Izuna Gave Madara His Eyes After A Fatal Wound To Give Him The Power Of The Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan

• Madara wanted Tobirama’s head after he mortally wounded his brother

Madara and Izuna were siblings who loved each other but were forced to participate in a war that they never started. This causes their relationship to be cut short as Tobirama lands a mortal blow on Madara’s younger brother.

Izuna never stops loving his brother and offers him his eyes so that he can unlock the Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan. The fact that people assumed Madara forcefully took his brother’s eyes is extremely disingenuous and shows just how misunderstood Madara was, even if this villain had carried out his fair share of heartless actions.

4

A & Killer B

The Bond Between These Siblings From Kumogakure Is Incredibly Strong

• A is fiercely protective of his younger brother

From the very moment Killer B is abducted by Sasuke, fans can see how this affects his elder brother. The Raikage is incensed by this attack and labels Sasuke as a traitor to the shinobi world, causing him to be labeled as an outcast.

Even after Naruto pleads for clemency, A refuses to change his mind. His brother is near and dear to his heart, and there’s no way he could forgive anyone willing to endanger this relationship.

3

Indra & Asura Otsutsuki

The Conflict Between These Brothers Is So Legendary That It Persisted Across Generations

• The spirits of Hagoromo’s sons are reborn continuously

Indra and Asura are two of the most legendary figures in the lore of Naruto. Hagoromo’s sons were powerful, but they failed to see eye-to-eye after the younger Asura was chosen to inherit his father’s teachings.

This didn’t sit right with Indra, who considered himself to be naturally gifted and more suited to this power. This caused a rift to develop between the siblings that has persisted across generations, with the spirits of Indra and Asura being revived across several generations to ensure that this legendary rivalry would persist long after their bodies perished.

2

Hashirama & Tobirama Senju

The Two Siblings Are Polar Opposites When It Comes To Their Personalities

• Both siblings become Hokage

Hashirama and Tobirama couldn’t be more different from each other if they tried. The Wood Style user had a kind heart and was willing to trust people no matter what atrocities they committed, while Tobirama was a pragmatist who couldn’t understand why his elder brother was so kind and benevolent.

This should’ve put them at odds with each other, but it indirectly ensured that their partnership as Hokage would be a fruitful one. These siblings loved each other despite their differences and became two of the most legendary figures in the Leaf Village.

1

Itachi & Sasuke Uchiha

A Rocky Sibling Relationship That’s A Huge Focus In The Series

• Itachi loves his brother and does everything in his power to secure his safety

Sasuke developed a grudge against the brother he loved after Itachi killed everyone in the Uchiha clan. He spends his entire life mired in hatred and actively looks forward to their confrontation, only for the truth to come to light after his elder brother falls in combat.

It turns out that Itachi was under orders from the higher-ups in the Leaf Village to prevent any chances of an Uchiha coup, with the ANBU prodigy’s sole condition being that Sasuke was protected at all times. It’s a heartbreaking revelation, and fans are glad to see Sasuke and Itachi meet one final time after the former finds out about his brother’s noble sacrifice.