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Riku

Boy Name #4,341 Most Popular Hidden Gem

Ranked #4341, Riku is an uncommon boy name with a distinctive personality.

Meaning & Origin

Riku is a boy name, recorded for 24 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Riku often also consider Rita, Rilla, Rillie .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #4,341
Total SSA Count: 24

Alternative Spellings

Riker #2148

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Frequently Asked Questions About Riku

Is Riku a boy or girl name?

Riku is primarily used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Riku?

Riku is currently ranked #4341 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Is Riku a common or rare name?

Riku is an uncommon name, ranked #4341 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Riku

Riku is a boy name .

Riku is currently ranked #4,341 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Riku include Riker . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.