Haru Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

At a Glance: Name: Haru – Meaning: most commonly associated with 'spring' (春) or 'clear weather' (晴); the meaning varies by the kanji chosen – Origin: Japanese – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: HAH-roo

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Haru is a short, easy-to-say Japanese name that works for any child. It's pronounced HAH-roo, and it's most commonly associated with 'spring' (春) or 'clear weather' (晴), though the meaning shifts depending on which kanji you choose. It has a clean, modern feel with a worldly edge.

Meaning & Origin of Haru

Meaning: Most commonly associated with 'spring' (春) or 'clear weather' (晴); the meaning varies by the kanji chosen.

Origin: Japanese.

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Haru

Phonetic: HAH-roo   IPA: /ˈhɑːruː/

Popularity of Haru

Haru has never been a common name in the U.S. It peaked at #3865 in 1914 with just 5 babies, and in 2024 it ranked #4926 with 20 babies, so your child would be unlikely to share it with a classmate.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1914–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Haru mean?

Most commonly associated with ‘spring’ (春) or ‘clear weather’ (晴); the meaning varies by the kanji chosen. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Haru)

How do you pronounce Haru?

Haru is pronounced HAH-roo (IPA: /ˈhɑːruː/).

Is Haru a popular name right now?

Haru peaked at #3865 in 1914 and is ranked #4926 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1914–2024.)

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