Haru
Fact sheet
- Name
- Haru
- Gender
- Unisex name
- Syllables
- 2
Haru is a gender-neutral first name that has its origin in Japanese. Translated into German, this name means 'the spring', 'the sun', 'the joy', and 'the eternity'.
What does the name Haru mean?
Haru is a gender-neutral first name from Japan. In German, the name can take on the meanings 'the spring', 'the sun', 'the joy', and 'the eternity'. Additionally, depending on the combination of kanji characters, there are further meanings. The roots can be found in the following elements: haru (陽) light, sun, man; haru (春) spring; haru (喜) joy, jubilation, pleasure; haru (晴) good weather; haru (榛) hazelnut tree; haru (桜) cherry blossom; haru (永) eternity, permanence.
Where does the name Haru come from?
The name Haru is both male and female and originates from Japanese, where it means 'the spring'.
How do you pronounce Haru?
Haru is pronounced like 'Haru', with a clear 'a' and a short 'u'.
Popularity
In Germany, Haru is among the popular first names. Currently, it ranks 2,655th in the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2019 at 1,382nd. Over the last ten years, Haru has been used as a first name about 110 times, placing it 2,244th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,661st.
Famous people
- Haru Ichinose (anime character from Akuma no Riddle)
- Haru Kobayashi (Japanese musician)
- Haru Kuroki (Japanese actor)
- Haru M. Reischauer (writer from Japan)
- Haru Onodera (anime character from Nisekoi)
- Haru Yoshida (anime character from Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun)
Frequently asked questions about the name Haru
How is the name Haru pronounced?
The name Haru is usually pronounced 'Ha-ru' in Japanese, with the 'a' being short and open.
Are there suitable middle names for Haru?
Middle names that go well with Haru include Taro, Kenji, or Yuki, as they are also of Japanese origin and sound harmonious.
Is Haru a gender-neutral name?
Yes, Haru is a gender-neutral name and can be used for both boys and girls.
What kanji characters are there for the name Haru?
The name Haru can be written with various kanji characters that have different meanings, such as for 'spring', 'light', or 'joy'.