Spring, sunshine, or clear weather
In Japanese, the meaning of Haru depends on the kanji used to write it. Most commonly, it represents 'spring' (春), 'sunlight' (陽), or 'clear weather' (晴). It is a versatile name used for both boys and girls in Japan.
About 29 boys were named Haru in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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