Haku Boy
Origin(s)
Japanese; Hawaiian
Meaning
white; spirit
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japanese, 'Haku' (白) means 'white' and is often associated with purity and clarity. In Hawaiian culture, 'Haku' refers to a spirit or a leader, often used in the context of haku mele, meaning 'to compose a song'. Both origins reflect significant cultural values of beauty and leadership.
Trend Summary
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Variants
- Hakuo
- Hakuu
International Variants
- Haku (Japanese)
- Haku (Hawaiian)
Famous people named Haku
Hakuho Sho — sumo wrestler
Haku — character in Spirited Away
Fictional characters named Haku
Haku — Spirited Away
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Haku was first seen in the United States in 2013. Haku has ranked as high as #1349 nationally which occurred in 2024 and has been most popular in various states. In the past 5 years the name Haku has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Haku
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 11 |