Haruko
GirlJapanese
Haruko is a girl name of Japanese origin meaning "spring child (born in spring)".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Japanese
Religion
None
Popularity
72 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
6 letters
Meaning
spring child (born in spring)
Etymology
From Japanese kanji 春 (haru) meaning "spring" and 子 (ko) meaning "child"; commonly written as 春子.
Famous People Named Haruko
- Haruko Momoi — Japanese singer, songwriter and voice actress (born 1977)
- Haruko Sugimura — Japanese actress (1909–1997)
- Haruko Obokata — Japanese stem-cell researcher (born 1983)
Frequently Asked Questions About Haruko
What does the name Haruko mean?
Haruko means "spring child (born in spring)", and is of Japanese origin.
What is the origin of the name Haruko?
Haruko originates from Japanese, commonly used in East Asia.
Is Haruko a boy or girl name?
Haruko is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Haruko associated with?
Haruko is associated with None.
Are there famous people named Haruko?
Yes — notable people named Haruko include Haruko Momoi (Japanese singer, born 1977), Haruko Sugimura (Japanese actress, 1909–1997) and Haruko Obokata (Japanese stem-cell researcher, born 1983).
Last updated: June 2026