Riku
Meaning of Riku
Riku is a male name with Japanese origin. It is pronounced as REE-koo (/ɾiːkuː/). The name Riku is often seen as a variation of Rikku. In the United States, Riku has been given to newborn boys since at least 1996, with its popularity fluctuating over the years. In recent years, it has maintained a moderate usage level. While the exact meaning and associations of the name may vary, Riku carries a sense of uniqueness and cultural richness due to its Japanese roots. Parents looking for a distinctive and international name may find Riku an appealing choice for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Japanese
- Pronunced as REE-koo (/ɾiːkuː/)
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Notable People Named Riku
| Riku Miura is a Japanese pair skater who has achieved numerous titles and medals with her skating partner Ryuichi Kihara, including being the 2023 World champion and bronze medalists in the team event at the 2022 Winter Olympics. |
| Riku Saga is a Japanese footballer known for his role as a midfielder for J2 League club Iwaki FC. |
| Riku Helenius is a Finnish professional ice hockey goaltender currently playing for Dresdner Eislöwen in the DEL2. |
| Riku Markus Hahl is a Finnish former professional ice hockey center who played for HPK in the Finnish Liiga and the Colorado Avalanche in the NHL. |
| Riku Nieminen is a well-known Finnish actor and dancer, recognized for his roles in the sketch comedy show Putous and as a judge on Tanssii tähtien kanssa. |
| Riku Rantala is a Finnish journalist and co-author of the travel guidebook "Madventures: Kansainvälisen seikkailijan opas." |
| Riku Korhonen - Aapeli Richard "Riku" Korhonen was a Finnish gymnast who participated in the 1908 Summer Olympics. |
| Riku Moriyama, also known as Kanon Torii, is a well-known Japanese voice actress. |
| Riku Selander is a Finnish professional footballer currently playing as a midfielder for Lahti. |
| Riku Heini is a Finnish football player who currently plays for FC Lahti and the Finland national under-19 football team. |
| Riku Morioka is a Japanese footballer who currently plays as a centre back for Júbilo Iwata. |
| Riku Moriyasu is a Japanese footballer and defender currently playing for Tiamo Hirakata. |
| Riku Pitkänen is a Finnish ice hockey forward playing for Rødovre Mighty Bulls in the Danish Metal Ligaen. |
| Riku Tsuchiya is a Japanese speed skater. |
| Riku Toivo is a Finnish professional ice hockey player currently playing for Kärpät in the SM-liiga. |
