Riku Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationREE-koo / ˈɹiːkuJapanese; Finnish
Meaning
Japanese: 'land'; Finnish: 'brave'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japanese culture, Riku is often associated with nature and the earth, reflecting a connection to the land. In Finland, the name Riku is derived from the Old Norse name 'Ríkr', meaning 'brave' or 'powerful', and is commonly used in modern Finnish naming.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Rikuo
- Rikuto
International Variants
- Riku (Japanese)
- Riku (Finnish)
Famous people named Riku
Riku Kiri — Finnish professional golfer.
Riku Matsumoto — Japanese actor.
Fictional characters named Riku
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Riku was first seen in the United States in 1996. Riku has ranked as high as #1336 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Riku has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Riku (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 21 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 24 |