Kuudere's is a portmanteau of the word kuu (cool) and dere (love). While not as famous as her sister - Tsunderes and Yanderes, Kuudere belongs in a group of 4 dere types: Tsundere, Yandere, Dandere and Kuudere. While there are perhaps many different types of dere sub types out there, These 4 are main.

So what is a Kuudere and how does it differ from the Tsundere? Tsunderes as everybody knows represent a character that displays a hostile and cold person upfront but they actually hide their love behind that cold persona. 

Kuuderes on the other hand maintain an emotionless facade the entire time, hence, cool. They maintain their cool regardless of the situation, and may even seem uncaring and apathetic. Yet once again, it is but a facade and they actually hide a very sweet and loving side underneath that.

This quality of being seemingly uncaring but actually harbouring love is an attractive quality that makes kuudere a popular dere type as well as it is somewhat romantic in a way. Let's start counting down the Top 18 kuudere girls in anime then!!

1. Rei Ayanami from Neon Genesis Evangelion

The character that started it all, Rei Ayanami is the framework for which all of the kuudere characters are based upon. The English trope for kuudere is emotionless girl, alternate name Rei Ayanami Expy. It can be said that she is the mother of kuuderes. 

So what is it about Rei that spanned generations of beloved kuuderes? For starters, she has to fit all the description because she was the one that sets it.

Rei is an introverted character. This introversion throws off people and they assumed that she is just aloof and emotionless and they refer to her as a puppet. Character concepts also revealed that her introversion was intentional but never to the extent to which she can be called a person that is devoid of emotions. 

As the series progress, she is shown to be able to feel and form human relationships. So there you have it! Beyond the fixated mask lies a character that feels love and of course ranks at number 1.

 

2. Mei Misaki from Another

It's no surprise Mei Misaki is emotionless, considering her entire class ignores her! But they have a good reason-they think she's cursed! 

Like Rei, this kuudere has red eyes and a quiet demeanor.

3. Kanade Tachibana from Angel Beats!

Being placed in a world where the whole world is seemingly against you. Tenshi is the student council president in the world after death. She originally appears as an antagonist for the series. 

The reason why she exists in the world after the dead is a major spoiler and one that makes the anime one of the best in the industry. We leave it to you to find out why if you haven't started watching Angel Beats!.

Tenshi was the subject of much discussion amongst the protagonists. They are unable to discern if she is a sentient being or simply a programme that was initiated by the world. That is how well Tenshi mask her emotions and feelings simply for the sake of protecting everyone else, and how well she fits the kuudere type. 

A bona fide kuudere, we simply must rank her as 3.

4. Eucliwood Hellscythe from Is This a Zombie?

Eucliwood is a quiet kuudere for a reason－her magic is very literal, and makes anything she says come true! 

She gets around this by writing on her notepad.

5. Yuki Nagato from Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuuutsu

This one is a bit of a problem. Nagato possesses both dandere traits as well as kuudere traits. For the purpose of this article, we will be discussing her kuudere traits. Nagato exists as an artificial human so she is not truly human but then again, being an interface for a human, she possesses human traits.

Nagato speaks very little and even when prompted to, finishes her point in one sentence and one worded replies. Throughout the series, Nagato's interest is clearly shown to be aiding the characters during troubled times. Kind of like an unsung hero, she completes her task and acts like nothing ever happened. It is for this reason we place her high on the list at number 5. 

Even being quiet and stoic, her true intentions is incontestable and her inherent duty lies to the protection and preservation of her friendship.

6. Mashiro Shiina from Sakurasou no Pet na Kanojo

As a world famous artist, this kuudere beauty lives to draw and draws to live. She is quiet and doesn't seem to have a care (or deep thought) in the world. 

But looks can be deceiving because as the series progresses and this young girl begins to truly bloom, she shows a completely different side of herself that no one could have ever known existed.

7. Sakagami Tomoyo from Clannad

The strong but somewhat violent Tomoyo has a strong reputation in school for being merciless. She has the ability to knock out several delinquents such that even they feared her. Because of her violent nature and reputation, not many dared to approach her... unless you're the main character and go beyond the limit of normal human comprehension.

Tomoyo is revealed to be actually kind and the reason for the strong facade is such that she is able to treasure and protect the things she loves. One example of her kind and sweet heart is that she became student president and could preserve the sakura trees around the school. It is that innocent! 

We never claimed that love had to be placed upon an actual person and the innocence of treasuring something such that you put your all in them is a clear example of loving something. Definitely, kuudere...

8. Mikasa Ackerman from Attack on Titan

Sometimes, characters can be mixes of different deres. Some think Mikasa is more yandere than kuudere, but she's cool-headed enough, especially initially in the series, to count. 

Mikasa wasn't always this way, but childhood trauma and growing up in a world surrounded by titans can change a girl. She's a cool, fierce warrior, but she'll do anything for her best friend Eren. Plus, she has killer abs!

9. Saber from Fate/stay night

As her name suggests, she is strong, silent, and will cut through her enemies before they know what hits them. 

But Saber is fighting for good, every swing of her sword is put into motion by a gentle ray of hope. An ultimate warrior and an ultimate woman. Can you say Kuudere?

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10. Minami Iwasaki from Lucky Star

Having hawk-like eyes along with an introverted personality, Minami is often misunderstood by her peers. Many see her as being cold and aloof attitude. Described by her friend as being very cool but kind, Minami is a clear example of a kuudere.

Minami is very kind at heart and values her friends. Her first friend was Kobayakawa and she often tends to her as she is frail and falls sick whenever the seasons changed. She even stayed behind during a fireworks show just so that she could be beside her friend who fell sick again. Very lovable and very cute, Minami ranks 10 on this list.

11. Hitagi Senjougahara from Bakemonogatari

Hitagi Senjougahara has a secret which she refuses to share with anyone. The girl even abuses and threatens people who stumble upon it! A sharp-tongued kuudere indeed. 

But once you get past that cold front, you may see the gentle girl she truly wants to be.

12. Kirigiri Kyouko from Danganronpa

Known as the High School Sleuth, Kirigiri possesses an astute nature as well as the traits of a good detective. Quite mysterious from the start, she is often the one revealing the culprits and presenting decisive evidence against them.

Kirigiri remains unfazed at the sight of a dead body and can even go as far as to conduct an autopsy on them. However, deep down, she can get emotionally upset but she hides it behind her stoic nature. She is known to find the goodness in people as well which reflects her caring and understanding personality. 

However, in order not to compromise everyone, she puts on her stoic mask to find the true perpetrator of the crime, which also allowed her to work with a clear mind.

13. Yin from Darker than Black: Kuro no Keiyakusha

It only makes sense for Yin to show no emotions, seeing as she's technically not human, but a Doll. While the show is unclear what Dolls can technically do, it's generally accepted that they are capable of some emotion, but cannot show it on their faces except for the rare tear or two. 

Dolls have been known to voluntarily sacrifice themselves for others, so we do know that they can feel. How kuudere of her!

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14. Inori Yuzuriha from Guilty Crown

Inori is able to kill without remorse. As shown, she is able to kill on command without so much as breaking a sweat or showing disgust. She is just emotionless throughout the whole process.

Inori does possess a sense of camaraderie and fight for the purpose of protecting the people that she cares for as well as the only person that she loves, Shu. 

Whilst seemingly uncaring, she often encourages Shu and even requested for him not to leave her. She is also extremely loyal to him and will willingly sacrifice herself from him.

15. Homura Akemi from Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica

Her violet eyes send a shiver down the spine, but she is not as cold as her kuudere exterior seems. 

This magical girl is hiding some seriously good intentions within her frightening glare.

16. Koneko Toujou from High School DxD

One of the demons of the series, Koneko rarely shows any form of emotion and prefers to carry out her task independently. Even when speaking, it is shown that she is quick to lash out.

Possessing a sharp tongue, Koneko is often seen rebutting the main character Issei. Apparently, they do not get along well with each other. 

However, when it comes down to resolving trouble, Koneko always places her comrades first before herself. Eventually, she also notes that Issei is a respected character and even got along with him.

17. Ruri Gokou from Ore no Imouto ga Konnani Kawaii Wake ga Nai

Ruri Gokou is one of the most endearing Kuudere girls out there. 

She is seen as socially awkward and snobbish, but when it comes to her siblings and close friends, her gentle aura truly shines!

 

18. Shizuku Mizutani from Tonari no Kaibutsu kun

Only placing focus on her studies, Shizuku is not at all interested in forming any relationships as she feels that it will only hinder her studies. That is until the persistent efforts of Haru manage to win her heart over.

Shizuku's nickname was dry ice and she is known not to possess any form of emotion. She was a loner and readily acknowledges that fact. Even during the relationship phase, she wouldn’t give a definite answer to Haru’s confession, leaving him in doubt. 

It is shown however that Haru is the only thing she ever cared about and her excuse of her studies and her cold facade was only to deny that fact. But in reality, she really does love him.

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