Subaru
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Subaru is a boy’s name of Japanese origin, meaning “Subaru is a Japanese name referring to the Pleiades star cluster (also known as the Seven Sisters).”, and peaked in popularity in 2013.
What Subaru Means
“Subaru is a Japanese name referring to the Pleiades star cluster (also known as the Seven Sisters).”
The Story of Subaru
Gaze into the night sky and find the cluster of stars that has guided travelers for millennia. This name holds that celestial wonder.
Subaru is a Japanese name that refers to the Pleiades star cluster, also known as the Seven Sisters. It has been a celestial marker and a source of wonder across cultures for ages.
You envision your son as a bright observer of the world, a natural innovator. This name is for the boy who will look at the stars and see possibilities, guiding himself and others with his unique vision.
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Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#5 in 2013
Total Births
10
First Recorded
2013
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