Riku
Meaning
land
Origin
Japanese
Pronunciation
/ˈriːkuː/
Traits associated with the name Riku:
Dogs named Riku tend to be loving, loyal, and good-natured. This name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Riku?
That you have a fondness for the Japanese language and culture, and that you have a creative and unique sense of style.
Is Riku a good dog name?
Riku has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Riku isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Riku is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Riku was, in the past month, the 5946th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of November 2024, Riku is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Riku was viewed 61 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Riku's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Riku is most adored in Maryland, Minnesota and Tennessee.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in North Carolina, Arizona and Virginia.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Riku.
Most popular breeds named Riku:
- Chow Chow
- West Highland White Terrier
- Labrador Retriever
- American Eskimo
Riku is found in these categories:
japanese
Means "land" in Japanese, often used in anime and games.
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