How Many People Are Named Haruko?

Complete statistics for the name Haruko: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Haruko
Very Rare
Japanese

Haruko is a classic Japanese name. Only 29 people in the U.S. today, and 1 in 11,229,593 Americans carry it. It's predominantly given to older folks, with most over 60.

~29
Living in US
1 in 11,229,593
Americans
1919
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

🌐
Origin
Japanese
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 11
Personality Traits
Serene Graceful
11
Life Path Number

The number 11 symbolizes spiritual awareness and intuition. Those born under this path number often have a deep connection to their inner self and are guided by their instincts.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

306,172
Worldwide Bearers
#3,409
Global Rank
🇯🇵 Japan
304,209
🇺🇸 United States
1,102
🇧🇷 Brazil
569
🇨🇦 Canada
51
🇹🇭 Thailand
48
🇬🇧 England
22
🇷🇺 Russia
20
🇲🇽 Mexico
19
🇮🇩 Indonesia
19
🇩🇪 Germany
17

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
29 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 104
5
Would be under 30 (1%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
675
Would be over 60 (99%)

All 680 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1919

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
83
Classic Feel
77
Modern Appeal
23
International
100

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Haruko Through the Generations

Haruko has a rich history, with its peak year being 1919 when 59 babies were named it. Today, only 29 people in the U.S. still bear this name, making it very rare. The stark difference between the all-time births and current living count highlights its decline in popularity. Interestingly, the majority of those named Haruko are over 60, indicating a strong connection to older generations. Despite a stable trend, the name remains predominantly female, and its presence outside the U.S., especially in Japan, underscores its cultural significance.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Hawaii 388
California 149
Washington 13

✨ Similar Names to Haruko

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Haruko's Japanese roots

📄 About the Name Haruko

How Many People Have the Name Haruko?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 29 people in the United States currently share the name Haruko. That works out to roughly 1 in every 11,229,593 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Haruko a Common or Rare Name?

Haruko is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Haruko in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Haruko Most Popular?

The name Haruko reached peak popularity in 1919, with 59 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Haruko?

Approximately 29 people named Haruko live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 680. That works out to roughly 1 in 11,229,593 Americans.

Is Haruko a rare name?

Haruko is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 11,229,593 Americans has this name.

What does the name Haruko mean?

The meaning and origin of Haruko are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.

Is Haruko more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Haruko are male and 100% are female.

When was Haruko most popular?

Haruko peaked in 1919 with 59 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US29
All-Time Births680
1 in X1 in 11,229,593
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age104
Peak Year1919
World Rank#3,409
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.