Aiko: A Name of Love and Affection
Origin and Meaning
Aiko is a feminine Japanese given name with a plethora of meanings, depending on the characters used. The most common meaning is "little loved one," derived from the characters "ai" (love) and "ko" (child). However, the characters "ai" and "ko" can also be combined with other characters to express different meanings, such as "bright child," "beautiful child," or "precious child."
Popularity and Gender
Aiko is a popular name in Japan, ranking among the top 100 most common female names. It is occasionally used as a male name as well, but it is much more common for females. Aiko is also a Japanese surname, spelled either with the characters "愛甲" (Aikō) or "相子" (Aiko).
Variations
There are many variations of the name Aiko, including Aikō, Ayko, and Aiko. The spelling "Ayko" is more common in English-speaking countries, while "Aiko" is more common in Japan. The surname Aikō can also be romanized as Aikoh.
Famous Bearers
Several notable individuals have the name Aiko, including:
* Aiko Nakamura: Japanese actress and singer * Aiko Morishita: Japanese professional wrestler * Aiko Tanaka: Japanese artist known for her textile installations * Aiko Fukushima: Japanese politician and former Minister of State for Science and Technology Policy
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