Fumiko
Fumiko is a girls' name of Japanese origin meaning “child of treasured beauty.” Fumiko combines 'fumi' (literature/beauty) with 'ko' (child), often associated with literary refinement.
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how do you pronounce Fumiko?
FOO-mee-koh
where does the name Fumiko come from?
Commonly written with fumi, literature or writing, followed by ko, child.
The name was especially popular in the Taisho and early Showa eras, giving it a classic, distinguished feel.
how popular is this name?
Fumiko has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 3 years since 1919, and fell outside it for 2. It peaked at #953 in 1923.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 1923 | #953 |
| 1920 | #959 |
| 1919 | #984 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Fumiko fell outside the top 1,000.
who are famous people named Fumiko?
- Fumiko Enchi (acclaimed Japanese novelist)
- Fumiko Hayashi (influential Showa-era author)
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what names go well with Fumiko?
Sibling names that share Fumiko's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Fumiko
What does the name Fumiko mean?
Fumiko means “child of treasured beauty”.
What is the origin of the name Fumiko?
Fumiko comes from the Japanese naming tradition.
How popular is the name Fumiko?
Fumiko ranked #953 in the US in 1923, according to Social Security data.
Is Fumiko a boy or girl name?
Fumiko is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Fumiko?
Fumiko is pronounced FOO-mee-koh, with 3 syllables.
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