Aiko Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: EYE-koh /aɪkoʊ/
Origin: Japanese
Meaning: beloved child
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Aiko has its roots in the Japanese language, where it is composed of two kanji characters: "ai" (愛), meaning "love," and "ko" (子), meaning "child." This combination can be interpreted as "child of love" or "beloved child." The name is traditionally feminine and has been used in Japan for centuries, reflecting the cultural significance of love and affection in familial relationships. The use of the suffix "ko" is common in Japanese names, often denoting a sense of endearment or cherished status, and has historical precedence in names such as Yoshiko and Keiko.
Historically, the name Aiko can be traced back to the Heian period (794-1185), a time when the Japanese court culture flourished, and names often reflected virtues or desirable traits. The aesthetic values of this era emphasized beauty, love, and harmony, which contributed to the popularity of names like Aiko.
The name has also been associated with various literary works and folklore, where themes of love and familial bonds are prevalent, further embedding it in the cultural consciousness of Japan. Culturally, Aiko resonates with the Japanese ideals of nurturing and affection, making it a name that carries positive connotations.
It is often used in literature, art, and popular culture to symbolize warmth and emotional connection. The name's enduring nature can be attributed to its deep-rooted meanings and the cultural emphasis on love within Japanese society.
Variants and diminutives of Aiko may exist, but the name itself remains a significant representation of affection and familial love in Japanese tradition.
Famous people named Aiko
In this section, you will find notable people named Aiko. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Aiko who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Aiko who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Aiko Tanaka is a singer best known for her work in the J-Pop genre and her albums such as Aiko and Peace.
Fictional characters named Aiko
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Aiko is a fictional character from the video game series Persona. She is a student and a member of the Phantom Thieves, known for her strong will and determination.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Aiko. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aiko was first seen in the United States in 1912.
Aiko has ranked as high as #3639 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Hawaii, Texas, Florida, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Aiko has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Aiko is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Aiko was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Aiko.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 76 | 13 | 63 |
| 2024 | 85 | 9 | 76 |
| 2023 | 98 | 21 | 77 |
| 2022 | 81 | 22 | 59 |
| 2021 | 70 | 17 | 53 |
| 2020 | 66 | 10 | 56 |
| 2019 | 56 | 9 | 47 |
| 2018 | 31 | 0 | 31 |
| 2017 | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| 2016 | 25 | 0 | 25 |
| 2015 | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| 2014 | 34 | 0 | 34 |
| 2013 | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| 2012 | 28 | 0 | 28 |
| 2011 | 28 | 0 | 28 |
| 2010 | 37 | 0 | 37 |
| 2009 | 50 | 0 | 50 |
| 2008 | 39 | 0 | 39 |
| 2007 | 28 | 0 | 28 |
| 2006 | 37 | 0 | 37 |
| 2005 | 33 | 0 | 33 |
| 2004 | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| 2003 | 32 | 0 | 32 |
| 2002 | 35 | 0 | 35 |
| 2001 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 2000 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 1999 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1998 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 1997 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 1996 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1995 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1994 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1993 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1992 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1991 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1990 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1989 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1988 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1987 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1986 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1985 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1984 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1983 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1982 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1981 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1979 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1978 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1975 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1974 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1972 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1971 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1958 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1943 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1939 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1938 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1937 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1936 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1935 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1934 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1933 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1932 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1931 | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| 1930 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1929 | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| 1928 | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| 1927 | 25 | 0 | 25 |
| 1926 | 38 | 0 | 38 |
| 1925 | 39 | 0 | 39 |
| 1924 | 41 | 0 | 41 |
| 1923 | 32 | 0 | 32 |
| 1922 | 34 | 0 | 34 |
| 1921 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 1920 | 34 | 0 | 34 |
| 1919 | 41 | 0 | 41 |
| 1918 | 26 | 0 | 26 |
| 1917 | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| 1916 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 1915 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1914 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1913 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1912 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
Top States for Aiko (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 18 | |
| NC | 5 |