Origin, Meaning, And History Of Emiko
Emiko is a girl’s name of Japanese origin, meaning ‘blessed child’ or ‘beautiful child’ derived from the elements(e)meaning ‘favor,’ ‘prosperous,’ or ‘benefit,’ combined with(mi)meaning ‘beautiful,’ and(ko)意思是“孩子。”
In Japanese, this name can have different meanings according to the kanji characters used to write it. Some possible meanings of its variants include ‘prosperous,’ ‘beauty,’ ‘child,’ ‘picture,’ ‘shine,’ ‘sea,’ ‘laugh/smile,’ ‘love,’ ‘fruit,’ and ‘superior’. However, the two most inviting possibilities are ‘laughing child’ and ‘beautiful child.’
The name Emiko is not only popular in Japanese-speaking countries but also in other countries. Its variations include Eiko, Emiri, and Emi, which may also be used as surnames in Japan. Although a short name, Emiko can have some cool nicknames like Emmy or Emi.
The popularity of the name can also be seen in its several appearances in the name of fictional characters in popular culture. Emiko Yamane is the main character appearing in the 1954 Japanese filmGodzilla.Depicted as compassionate towards her patients, Emiko later appears in its sequels and is played by the Japanese actress Momoko Kochi. Emiko Niwa is a fictional supporting character in the manga seriesD.N Angel. She is Daisuke Niwa’s mother and is very much in love with her husband, and is an active member of the Niwa family. Emiko Queen is a superheroine appearing in American comic books byD.C Comics. She is represented as a skilled archer and a disciplined fighter.
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Famous People With The Name Emiko
- 埃米尔y NakanoAmerican abstract expressionist painter, printmaker, fiber artist, and fashion Illustrator
- Emiko KoumaruJapanese track and field athlete competed in the women’s long jump at the 1964 Summer Olympics.
- Emiko OdakaJapanese former volleyball player, a part of the team that won a bronze medal in the 1984 Summer Olympics.
- Emiko OkuyamaJapanese politician, served as the mayor of Sendai.
- Emiko RaikaJapanese female professional boxer and mixed martial artist
Emiko On The Popularity Chart
The graphical representations show that Emiko was a moderately popular name over the last two decades, according to the SSA data.
Popularity Over Time
As shown in the graph below, Emiko steadily increased in popularity in the 1990s and performed better in the 2000s.
Source:Social Security AdministrationRank Over Time
Emiko has experienced dramatic fluctuations in ranking since 1980, as represented in the graph below.
Source:Social Security AdministrationNames With The Similar Sound As Emiko
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the meaning of the name Emiko?
The name Emiko means a prosperous and beautiful child.
2. What is the origin of the name Emiko?
Emiko has a Japanese origin.
3. Are there any famous nicknames associated with the name Emiko?
Nicknames are typically shortened versions of full names or first names based on personal preferences. For Emiko, some popular options may includeKoko,Emi, andEm.
4. Is Emiko a traditional or modern baby name choice?
Emiko has been popular for decades, most likely since the mid-1900s. However, its usage may be more common in Japan or among the Japanese population than in other countries. Formed from traditional Kanji characters, the lack of Emiko-named individuals outside the Japanese culture makes it a traditional and timeless choice.
