Hanako Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationHAH-nah-koh / hɑːnɑːkoʊJapanese
Meaning
flower child
Historical & Cultural Background
Hanako is a traditional Japanese name often given to girls. It reflects a connection to nature, as 'hana' means 'flower' in Japanese. The name has been used in various cultural contexts, including literature and art, symbolizing beauty and innocence.
Trend Summary
The name Hanako has seen fluctuating popularity in Japan but is less common in other countries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hanako
- Hana
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hanako was first seen in the United States in 1915. Hanako has ranked as high as #865 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in Hawaii, and California. In the past 5 years the name Hanako has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hanako (1997)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 13 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 13 |
| 1918 | 17 |
| 1919 | 14 |
| 1920 | 15 |
| 1921 | 19 |
| 1922 | 13 |
| 1923 | 18 |
| 1924 | 19 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1926 | 10 |
| 1927 | 12 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2024 | 10 |