Fumiko Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationfoo-mee-koh / fuːmiːkoʊJapanese
Meaning
child of abundant beauty
Historical & Cultural Background
Fumiko is a traditional Japanese name that combines the elements 'fumi' meaning 'beautiful' and 'ko' meaning 'child'. It has been used in Japan for many generations and reflects cultural values of beauty and femininity. The name is often given to girls born in the spring, symbolizing new beginnings and beauty. Fumiko is also associated with various historical figures in Japan.
Trend Summary
Fumiko has seen fluctuating popularity in Japan but remains a classic choice.
Similar Names
Variants
- Fumi
- Fumika
International Variants
- Fumiko (Japanese)
Famous people named Fumiko
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Fumiko was first seen in the United States in 1910. Fumiko has ranked as high as #850 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in Hawaii, California, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Fumiko has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Fumiko (1936)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1913 | 12 |
| 1914 | 15 |
| 1915 | 26 |
| 1916 | 23 |
| 1917 | 38 |
| 1918 | 37 |
| 1919 | 53 |
| 1920 | 58 |
| 1921 | 45 |
| 1922 | 48 |
| 1923 | 60 |
| 1924 | 40 |
| 1925 | 38 |
| 1926 | 36 |
| 1927 | 35 |
| 1928 | 19 |
| 1929 | 19 |
| 1930 | 15 |
| 1931 | 18 |
| 1932 | 14 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 9 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 12 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |