| Meaning | spring, clear weather |
| Origin | Japanese |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Haru |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 4 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Ha-ru |
About Haru
Gentle, lyrical, and cross-culturally appealing, Haru brings a breath of fresh air to Western naming traditions. This two-syllable name carries a lightness and simplicity that feels both exotic and accessible to diverse audiences. Haru has gained traction among parents seeking names that honor Asian heritage while working seamlessly in multicultural environments. The name's soft sound belies an underlying strength, making it suitable for a child who will navigate the world with both kindness and confidence. Parents choosing Haru often appreciate its artistic associations and seasonal connections, finding deeper layers of significance in its cultural context. The name is short enough to be practical but distinctive enough to ensure your son's name is remembered. Haru works beautifully with a wide range of middle names and surnames, demonstrating remarkable flexibility while maintaining its essential character.
Nicknames for Haru
| Ha |
| Ru |
Famous People Named Haru
| Haru Kuroki | Japanese actress |
| Haruomi Hosono | Japanese musician and composer |
| Haru Yoshioka | Japanese voice actor |
| Haru Sushi | A famous sushi chef |
| Haru Yamada | Japanese novelist |
| Haru Teramoto | Renowned scientist |
| Haru Matsuda | Japanese professional wrestler |
| Haru Kimura | Japanese artist |
| Haru Sato | Japanese soccer player |
| Haru Fujiwara | Noted photographer |
| Haru Nakajima | Japanese baseball player |
| Haru Inoue | Japanese philosopher |
| Haru Suzuki | Prominent architect |
| Haru Takashiro | Japanese historian |
| Haru Hirose | Renowned poet |
| Haru Iwasaki | Japanese biologist |
| Haru Nakamura | Japanese designer |
| Haru Sasaki | Japanese physicist |
| Haru Ishii | Japanese artist |
Characters Named Haru
| Haru Okumura | Character from the video game "Persona 5" |
| Haru Nanase | Character from the anime "Free! Iwatobi Swim Club" |
| Haru Glory | Character from the manga and anime series "Rave Master" |
| Haru Yoshida | Character from the anime and manga series "My Little Monster" |
| Haru Kaidou | Character from the manga and anime series "Super Lovers" |
| Haru Urara | A racehorse character in the anime "Umamusume - Pretty Derby" |
| Haru Sakurai | Character from the manga and anime series "Dance with Devils" |
| Haru Asagi | Character from the visual novel and anime series "Norn9" |
| Haru Nishimura | Character from the manga and anime series "My Little Monster" |