What does Kiku mean?
Kiku is the Japanese word for the chrysanthemum, a flower of autumn and of the imperial family.
What does Ichika mean?
Ichika is often written with kanji for “one” and “flower” or “fragrance.”
Kiku vs Ichika
Which is more popular?
Kiku and Ichika are given to a similar number of US babies today.
| Kiku | Ichika | |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | Chrysanthemum | One flower |
| Origin | Japanese | Japanese |
| Gender | Girl | Girl |
| Pronunciation | KEE-koo | ee-CHEE-kah |
| Syllables | 2 | 3 |
| First appeared | 1915 | 2018 |
| Peak year | 1915 (7) | 2018 (5) |
| In 2025 | 0 | 0 |
| Trend | Steady | Steady |
Popularity over time, 1880–2025
Kiku
Ichika
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Births by decade
| Decade | Kiku | Ichika |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 0 | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 | 5 |
| 1910s | 7 | 0 |
Frequently asked questions
Is Kiku or Ichika more popular?
Kiku and Ichika are given to a similar number of US babies today.
What is the difference between Kiku and Ichika?
Kiku means Chrysanthemum (Japanese origin), while Ichika means One flower (Japanese origin).
Which name is older, Kiku or Ichika?
In US records, Kiku first appears in 1915 and Ichika in 2018, so Kiku has the longer recorded history.