Pikachu Name Meaning & Origin
/PEE-kah-choo/Name Origin
Pikachu is a fictional creature from the Pokémon franchise created by Satoshi Tajiri and Ken Sugimori. The name 'Pikachu' is derived from Japanese words 'pika' (a sound an electric spark makes) and 'chu' (the sound a mouse makes), reflecting its electric mouse characteristics.
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Japanese (Japanese) 85% -
Global (Global fandom) 10% -
Global (Global fandom) 5%
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Name Details
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Unisex
Famous People Named Pikachu
While Pikachu is a fictional character, it is famously known as the mascot of the Pokémon franchise, which was popularized worldwide through the Pokémon video games, anime series, and merchandise.
Pikachu Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 6
People with this name tend to be: Nurturing, responsible and family-oriented.