Hikaru
boy name#9714 in 2025Hikaru entered the US charts in 1992, peaked at #5781 in 2006, ranks #9714 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1992–2025
#9714
rank today
#5781
peak (2006)
7
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #7685 |
| 2000s | #8235 |
| 2010s | #10890 |
| 2020s | #10908 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Hikaru are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Hikaru alive today was born around 2005, making them about 20 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hikaru in 2025?
- Hikaru ranks #9714 among US boy names in 2025, with 7 babies given the name.
- When was the name Hikaru most popular?
- Hikaru peaked in 2006, reaching #5781 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hikaru with classmates?
- Hikaru will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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