boy name · Japanese origin
Haruto
/ hah-ROO-toh /
Meaning
Haruto means Sun, light; soar (Japanese).
Gender
Boy
Origin
Japanese
Pronunciation
hah-ROO-toh
Popularity
#5956 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Haruto in the US, 1880–2025
Haruto first appears in US records in 1925. It peaked in 2014, when 22 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 15.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Haruto mean?
Haruto commonly combines kanji for “sun/light/spring” with “fly” or “person.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Haruto mean?
Haruto means Sun, light; soar. Haruto commonly combines kanji for “sun/light/spring” with “fly” or “person.”
What is the origin of the name Haruto?
Haruto is of Japanese origin.
How do you pronounce Haruto?
Haruto is pronounced “hah-ROO-toh.”
Is Haruto a boy or a girl name?
Haruto is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Haruto?
In 2025, Haruto ranked #5956 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Haruto most popular?
Haruto was most popular in 2014, when about 22 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.