Meaning & Story
The name of the iconic yellow electric mouse Pokémon from Nintendo's enormously popular franchise — Pikachu is one of the most recognized fictional characters in the world.
Pikachu needs no introduction. Nintendo's mascot Pokémon — the small yellow electric mouse with lightning bolt tail and rosy cheeks — has been one of the world's most recognized characters since the franchise launched in 1996. On a pet, Pikachu is usually given to yellow-coated or notably expressive animals with a quick-moving, electric energy. It is also given with pure affection by Pokémon fans who want their beloved companion to share a name with their beloved franchise.