Mariko

Mariko: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Mariko

  • A female given name from Japanese.

Etymology

Borrowed from Japanese γΎγ‚Šγ“ (Mariko).

How popular is Mariko?

10U.S. babies in 2025
#1878peak rank (1984)
1,326babies since 1880

Since 1880, 1,320 girls and 6 boys in the U.S. have been named Mariko (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1878 in 1984. Its highest rank for boys was #6428 in 1986. In 2025, 10 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)

Names similar to Mariko

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Sibling name ideas for Mariko

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Mariko FAQ

What does the name Mariko mean?

A female given name from Japanese. Borrowed from Japanese γΎγ‚Šγ“ (Mariko).

What is the origin of the name Mariko?

Mariko is listed as a name of Japanese origin.

How popular is the name Mariko?

Since 1880, 1,320 girls and 6 boys in the U.S. have been named Mariko (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1878 in 1984. Its highest rank for boys was #6428 in 1986. In 2025, 10 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Mariko a boy or girl name?

Mariko is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 1,320 girls and 6 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.