Haruo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Haruo is a Japanese name meaning 'spring man,' composed of elements that signify renewal and vitality. It has evolved through various forms in the Japanese language and is commonly used today, representing positive traits associated with youth and the season of spring. It does not have biblical relevance, and notable individuals with this name have made significant contributions to Japanese culture.
The name Haruo is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Haruo has been stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Haruo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1833rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3385th out of 6773 names. Discover how the name 'Haruo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Haruo"
Pronunciation
/haˈɾu.o/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name Haruo is derived from the Japanese elements 'haru' meaning 'spring' and 'o' meaning 'man' or 'male.'
Meaning
spring man
Language Evolution
Haruo (春男), Harun (春), Haruka (春香)
Historical Usage
Haruo has been used in Japan for many years, gaining popularity particularly in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Haru, Haruki, Haruomi
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Haruo is viewed positively in Japan, often associated with youth and vitality, reflecting the beauty of spring.
Famous People
Haruo Nakajima, a famous suit actor known for portraying Godzilla., Haruo Sato, a renowned Japanese artist.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Haruo"
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 "Haruo"
"Haruo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1833rd of 7545 | 287 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3385th of 6773 | 89 |
Regional Popularity of "Haruo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - |
28.98% 331st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - |
41.31% 639th/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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Haruo" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Haruo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Haruo" 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.