Hiroki Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationhee-ROH-kee / hiɾokiJapanese
Meaning
abundant joy; prosperous tree
Historical & Cultural Background
Hiroki is a common Japanese name that can be composed of various kanji characters, each contributing to its meaning. It is often given to boys and reflects positive attributes such as happiness and prosperity. The name is popular in Japan and has been used in various cultural contexts, including literature and media.
Trend Summary
Hiroki has seen moderate popularity in the United States, particularly among families with Japanese heritage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hiro
- Riki
International Variants
- Hiroki (Japanese)
Famous people named Hiroki
Hiroki Azuma is a Japanese philosopher known for his work in contemporary philosophy and otaku culture.
Hiroki Kuroda is a former Japanese professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball.
Hiroki Takahashi is a Japanese voice actor recognized for his roles in anime and video games.
Hiroki Matsukata was a Japanese actor known for his performances in film and television.
Fictional characters named Hiroki
Hiroki is a character in the anime series 'Kimi ni Todoke,' known for his supportive nature.
Hiroki is a character in the video game 'Danganronpa,' recognized for his unique personality and role in the story.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hiroki was first seen in the United States in 1979. Hiroki has ranked as high as #1210 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Hiroki has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hiroki (2003)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 7 |