Boy Name

Hikaru

"Shining or radiant light. Japanese name evoking brilliance and luminosity."

About the Name Hikaru

Meaning

Shining or radiant light. Japanese name evoking brilliance and luminosity.

Origin

Japanese

Gender

Boy

First Letter

Hikaru is a boy name of Japanese origin. The name means "Shining or radiant light. Japanese name evoking brilliance and luminosity." and It has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with H or explore other Japanese names.

Popularity Over Time

1950

1960

1970

1980

#59

1990

#74

2000

#36

2010

#11

2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Hikaru

HN Hikaru Nakamura (chess grandmaster)

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Quick Facts

Syllables: 3
Letters: 6
Starts with: H
Origin: Japanese