Hikaru
Hikaru is a girl baby name. Ranked #54,978 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
Hikaru first appeared in US Social Security records in 1992.
Over 18 babies have been named Hikaru in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Hikaru is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #54,978 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #54,978
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Also a Boy Name
Hikaru is also used as a boy name, ranked #22230.
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About the Name Hikaru
Hikaru is a girl name .
Is Hikaru a boy or girl name? Hikaru is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #54,978 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #22,230. Hikaru is more commonly used as a boy name.
Hikaru is currently ranked #54,978 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Hikaru 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