Sumiko Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSOO-mee-koh / suːmiːkoʊJapanese
Meaning
child of the clear, pure, or refined
Historical & Cultural Background
Sumiko is a feminine name of Japanese origin. In Japan, names often carry significant meanings based on the kanji characters used. The name Sumiko can be composed of various kanji, each contributing to its overall meaning. It is a name that reflects cultural values of purity and clarity.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sumiko was first seen in the United States in 1912. Sumiko has ranked as high as #850 nationally, which occurred in 1927, and has been most popular in Hawaii, California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Sumiko has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sumiko (1980)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1916 | 10 |
| 1917 | 14 |
| 1918 | 16 |
| 1919 | 17 |
| 1920 | 28 |
| 1921 | 30 |
| 1922 | 27 |
| 1923 | 31 |
| 1924 | 28 |
| 1925 | 26 |
| 1926 | 29 |
| 1927 | 39 |
| 1928 | 25 |
| 1929 | 33 |
| 1930 | 27 |
| 1931 | 18 |
| 1932 | 15 |
| 1933 | 18 |
| 1934 | 12 |
| 1935 | 10 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 31 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |