Hikari
Hikari is a girl baby name. Ranked #7,121 in the US, popular nicknames include Hik, Hiy, and Hikie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Hikari first appeared in US Social Security records in 1993.
Over 269 babies have been named Hikari in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Hikari is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #7,121 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #7,121
- Total SSA Count
- 16
Nicknames
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Also a Boy Name
Hikari is also used as a boy name, ranked #35245.
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About the Name Hikari
Hikari is a girl name .
Is Hikari a boy or girl name? Hikari is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #7,121 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #35,245. Hikari is more commonly used as a girl name.
Hikari is currently ranked #7,121 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Hikari include Hik, Hiy, Hikie, and Hikaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis