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Aiko

Aiko is a girls' name of Japanese origin meaning “beloved child.” Aiko combines 'ai' (love) and 'ko' (child), a classic Japanese naming pattern.

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how do you pronounce Aiko?

EYE-koh

more about Aiko

The name gained global recognition through Princess Aiko, the daughter of Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan.

who are famous people named Aiko?

  • Princess Aiko (Japanese imperial family member)
  • Aiko Herzig-Yoshinaga (Japanese-American researcher and activist)

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what names go well with Aiko?

Sibling names that share Aiko's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.

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quick answers about Aiko

What does the name Aiko mean?

Aiko means “beloved child”.

What is the origin of the name Aiko?

Aiko comes from the Japanese naming tradition.

How popular is the name Aiko?

Aiko has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.

Is Aiko a boy or girl name?

Aiko is primarily a girls' name.

How do you pronounce Aiko?

Aiko is pronounced EYE-koh, with 2 syllables.

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