Haruki

Haruki is a masculine given name of Japanese origin. The meaning of Haruki varies with the kanji used to write it. A common form is 春樹, read Haruki, which combines spring (春) with tree (樹). Other kanji combinations, such as 晴樹 or 陽希, may convey different nuances like clear weather or sunshine and hope. Because kanji are chosen by families, the meaning is not fixed and can be customized.

Haruki is primarily a Japanese name and is usually written in kanji, though it can also be rendered in kana as はるき (hiragana) or ハルキ (katakana). It is traditionally a male name in Japan, though naming conventions are evolving and cross-cultural usage is increasing. The standard romanization is Haruki in the Hepburn system.

Notable people bearing the name include the Japanese writer Haruki Murakami (born 1949), whose internationally translated novels have earned widespread acclaim. The name also appears in contemporary fiction, film, and sports in Japan, reflecting its broad appeal and versatility.

Haruki is one of several common Japanese given names beginning with the “haru” sound, and it may be confused with related names such as Haruko, a female given name. When encountered outside Japan, Haruki often signals Japanese origin and masculine usage.