Tokio Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTOH-kee-oh / təˈkiːoʊJapanese
Meaning
the capital city; a place of happiness
Historical & Cultural Background
Tokio is a variant of Tokyo, which is the capital of Japan. The name reflects the city's significance as a political, economic, and cultural center. Historically, Tokyo was known as Edo before it was renamed in 1868. The name 'Tokyo' translates to 'Eastern Capital' in Japanese.
Trend Summary
The name Tokio has seen limited use in the United States and remains relatively uncommon.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tokio was first seen in the United States in 1913. Tokio has ranked as high as #881 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in Hawaii, and California. In the past 5 years the name Tokio has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tokio (1923)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| HI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 8 |