Killua

“Killua is a name gaining fame through pop culture, specifically rooted in Japanese media”

Japan origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#4070US 2023

27Births / yr

↑Rising

20All-time births

📅 Since 201900

What does Killua mean and where does it come from?

Killua is a name gaining fame through pop culture, specifically rooted in Japanese media. While historically not common, its rise is credited largely to the character Killua Zoldyck's popularity in 'Hunter x Hunter', which has a significant fanbase worldwide.

Cultural significance

Killua has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Japan-speaking communities, where it reflects values of japanese.

Peak popularity

Reached #7951 in 2020 — currently #4070 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Killua?

Killua works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Killua Grace

How popular is Killua right now?

Rising fast — up 561 spots — currently #4070 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#4070 · Top 3.0%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4070	27	▲ up 561 · +23% births
2022	#4631	22	▲ up 611 · +22% births
2021	#5242	18	▲ up 2709 · +80% births
2020	#7951	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Killua

Best Year2023Rank #4070

Peak Count27

Average Rank#5474

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Killua

Killua is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2019. With 20 total births recorded, Killua remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7951 in 2020 to #4070 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Killua in 2020:

Liam Noah Oliver Elijah William

💎Killua has only 20 total recorded births since 2019 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Killua?

Common

KilKiIllua

What names sound and feel like Killua?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Killua also consider these

Killian

Irish · Warrior

Killyan

Irish · Cillean, meaning 'warrior

Killiam

Scottish · Little church

Kijuan

American · African American Vernacular

Kiara

Irish · little, dark one

Kiza

Japan · a traditional name

Common questions about the name Killua

What does the name Killua mean?

Killua means "Japanese" — a name rooted in Japan tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Killua?

Killua is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Killua have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Killua?

Killua originates from Japan tradition. Japan names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Killua trending right now?

Killua is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Killua a common or rare name?

Killua is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.