Land, continent, or handsome
Riku is a popular Japanese name with various meanings depending on the kanji used. The most common interpretation combines 'ri' (land or village) and 'ku' (sky or long time), though it is frequently associated with the word for 'land' or 'continent'.
About 13 boys were named Riku in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Keyblade master and best friend of Sora · Kingdom Hearts
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Olympic silver medalist pair skater
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