Kimiko

Kimiko: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Kimiko

  • A female given name from Japanese.

Etymology

Borrowed from Japanese きみこ.

How popular is Kimiko?

16U.S. babies in 2025
#1269peak rank (1924)
1,843babies since 1880

Since 1880, 1,843 girls in the U.S. have been named Kimiko. Its highest rank for girls was #1269 in 1924. In 2025, 16 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Kimiko FAQ

What does the name Kimiko mean?

A female given name from Japanese. Borrowed from Japanese きみこ.

What is the origin of the name Kimiko?

Kimiko is listed as a name of Japanese origin.

How popular is the name Kimiko?

Since 1880, 1,843 girls in the U.S. have been named Kimiko. Its highest rank for girls was #1269 in 1924. In 2025, 16 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Kimiko a boy or girl name?

Kimiko is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 1,843 girls and 0 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.