Haruko Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Haruko is a Japanese name meaning 'spring child', derived from the elements 'haru' and 'ko'. It has evolved from early Japanese to modern Japanese and reflects the beauty of the spring season. The name is not associated with biblical stories. It has been popular in Japan due to its pleasant meaning and connection to nature. Variants like Haruka and Koko exist, and the name carries a positive perception in contemporary society, associated with youth and renewal. Notable individuals with this name include biologist Haruko Obokata and artist Haruko Takahashi.
The name Haruko is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Haruko has been stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Haruko' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1408th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3528th out of 9204 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Haruko' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Haruko"
Pronunciation
/hɑːˈruːkoʊ/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
Haruko is derived from the Japanese elements 'haru' meaning 'spring' and 'ko' meaning 'child'.
Meaning
spring child
Language Evolution
Early Japanese, Modern Japanese
Historical Usage
Haruko has been used in Japan for many generations, reflecting the cultural significance of spring in Japanese society.
Variants & Derivatives
Haruka, Haru, Koko
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Haruko is viewed positively in Japan, often associated with renewal and youthfulness.
Famous People
Haruko Obokata (Japanese biologist), Haruko Takahashi (Japanese artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Haruko"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Haruko"
"Haruko" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1408th of 9107 | 553 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3528th of 9204 | 122 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Haruko" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Haruko" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - |
23.91% 273rd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - |
52.10% 806th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Haruko"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Haruko" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.