Find out how popular the first name Chieko has been for the last 10 years (from 1982 to 1991) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Chieko by gender

Based on the last 10 years of data, Chieko is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1991, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Chieko.

The history of the first name Chieko

Chieko is a Japanese feminine given name. It is composed of the kanji characters 智 (chi) meaning "wisdom" or "intellect" and 子 (ko) meaning "child." The name likely originated in the late 19th or early 20th century during the Meiji era, a time of rapid modernization and Westernization in Japan.

The name Chieko does not appear to have any direct historical references or appearances in ancient texts or religious scriptures. However, the individual kanji characters that make up the name have a long history in Japanese writing and literature.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Chieko is Chieko Higuchi, a Japanese actress born in 1909. She appeared in numerous films during the 1930s and 1940s and was considered a leading actress of her time.

Another notable individual with the name Chieko is Chieko Nisho, a Japanese author and translator born in 1905. She is known for her translations of English literature into Japanese, including works by Jane Austen and Charles Dickens.

Chieko Kawakita, born in 1914, was a Japanese politician who served in the House of Representatives from 1969 to 1990. She was actively involved in promoting women's rights and gender equality in Japan.

In the field of sports, Chieko Higuchi was a Japanese swimmer who competed in the 1964 Summer Olympics in Tokyo. She won a silver medal in the 4x100m medley relay event.

Chieko Uno, born in 1949, is a Japanese figure skating coach and former competitive figure skater. She won the World Figure Skating Championships in 1967 and 1968 and is considered one of the pioneers of figure skating in Japan.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Chieko. While the name may not have a long, documented history, it has been a prevalent name in Japan for over a century and has been carried by accomplished individuals in various fields.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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