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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Light
- Origin
- Japanese
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- hee-KAH-ree
Hikari is a Japanese girl's name that means light, pronounced hee-KAH-ree (IPA /hiˈkɑːri/). It's a modern pick with a worldly, clean feel, appealing to parents who want a short, clear meaning behind the name. If you're weighing it for a daughter, the meaning itself is simple and direct: light.
Meaning & Origin of Hikari
Meaning: Light.
Origin: Japanese.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Hikari
hee-KAH-reeIPA /hiˈkɑːri/
Popularity of Hikari
SSA records from 1993 to 2024 show Hikari has stayed rare in the U.S. the whole time, peaking at rank #6252 in 2021 with 19 babies, then landing at #7024 in 2024 with 16 babies given the name.
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FAQ
What does the name Hikari mean?
Light. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Hikari?
Hikari is pronounced hee-KAH-ree (IPA: /hiˈkɑːri/).
Is Hikari a popular name right now?
Hikari is near its all-time peak (#6252 in 2021), ranked #7024 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1993–2024.)
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