Miko
Miko: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Miko
- A transliteration of a female given name from Japanese.
How popular is Miko?
Since 1880, 613 girls and 980 boys in the U.S. have been named Miko (38% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2524 in 1971. Its highest rank for boys was #1981 in 2023. In 2025, 70 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Miko
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Miko
Sister and brother names that share Miko's Japanese roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Miko FAQ
What does the name Miko mean?
A transliteration of a female given name from Japanese.
What is the origin of the name Miko?
Miko is listed as a name of Japanese origin.
How popular is the name Miko?
Since 1880, 613 girls and 980 boys in the U.S. have been named Miko (38% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2524 in 1971. Its highest rank for boys was #1981 in 2023. In 2025, 70 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Miko a boy or girl name?
Miko is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (613 girls and 980 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.