Name meaning
Aiko Name Meaning - Love child (愛子) (Japanese)
- Meaning
- Love child (愛子)
- Origin
- Japanese
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- A-I-KO
Aiko means "Love child (愛子)" (Japanese). Aiko is a girl name from Japanese meaning "Love child (愛子)." Means beloved child in Japanese; a classic feminine name.
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Meaning and Linguistic Breakdown
Aiko is a girl name from Japanese meaning "Love child (愛子)." Means beloved child in Japanese; a classic feminine name.
Origin and Historical Usage
Aiko appears in Japanese naming records with the sense "Love child (愛子)." Usage varies by region and parish or civil registry traditions.
Pronunciation Guide
- Phonetic
- A-I-KO
- Syllables
- 2
Geographic and Cultural Usage
Outside Japanese countries, Aiko is often chosen for diaspora identity or because the meaning "Love child (愛子)" fits a naming theme. Pronunciation follows local accent rules.
Popularity
Aiko is not a current top-chart name in most English-speaking registries — a plus for parents avoiding classroom duplicates.
Notable People Named Aiko
- PPrincess Aiko of Japan
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