Haru
Haru first appears in US records in 2003. It peaked in 2025, when 29 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 29.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Haru popular?
Near its peak Haru is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 147 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 128 | |
| 2000s | 37 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Haru mean?
Haru is written with kanji for “sun/light” or “spring.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Haru mean?
Haru means Sun, light; spring. Haru is written with kanji for “sun/light” or “spring.”
What is the origin of the name Haru?
Haru is of Japanese origin.
How do you pronounce Haru?
Haru is pronounced “HAH-roo.”
Is Haru a boy or a girl name?
Haru is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Haru a popular name right now?
Haru is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Haru?
In 2025, Haru ranked #3794 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Haru most popular?
Haru was most popular in 2025, when about 29 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Haru?
Names similar to Haru include Takumi, Riku, Haruto, Sota, Yuto.
What names go well with Haru?
Japanese names that pair well with Haru include Hana, Akira, Kenji, Emi, Ren.