What two words are the inspiration for Pikachu’s name?
Answer Sparkle and Squeaking
The name Pikachu is derived from a combination of the Japanese words for sparkle and squeaking. When you hear the lovable Pikachu try to communicate with the world around him you can certainly see how he got his name!
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