Find out how popular the first name Michiko has been for the last 48 years (from 1974 to 2021) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Michiko by gender

Based on the last 48 years of data, Michiko is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2021, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Michiko.

The history of the first name Michiko

Michiko is a feminine Japanese given name with origins dating back to the Heian period (794-1185 CE) in Japan. The name is derived from the Japanese words "mi" meaning "beautiful" and "chi" meaning "child" or "wise." Together, Michiko can be translated to mean "beautiful wise child" or "beautiful and intelligent child."

In ancient Japanese folklore and literature, Michiko was sometimes used as a symbolic name representing the ideal qualities of a young woman. The name appears in several classical Japanese poems and tales from the Heian era, often used to describe the beauty and wisdom of female characters.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Michiko can be found in the 12th-century Japanese epic "The Tale of Genji," written by Murasaki Shikibu. In the novel, Michiko is the name of a minor character known for her intelligence and grace.

Throughout Japanese history, several notable figures have borne the name Michiko. Michiko (1834-1900) was a renowned Japanese poet and calligrapher during the late Edo and early Meiji periods. Her poetry and artwork were celebrated for their elegance and sensitivity.

In the 20th century, Michiko (1923-2016) was a renowned Japanese author and translator, known for her translations of works by Virginia Woolf and other English writers. She was also a respected scholar of English literature.

Perhaps the most famous bearer of the name Michiko is Michiko Shōda (1934-present), the empress consort of Japan. She married Emperor Akihito in 1959 and became the first commoner to marry into the Japanese imperial family in modern times.

Another notable Michiko was Michiko Nishiwaki (1944-1982), a celebrated Japanese figure skater. She won multiple national and international championships in the 1960s and was the first Japanese woman to win a medal at the Winter Olympics, capturing the silver in 1964.

Michiko Kawai (1976-present) is a contemporary Japanese singer and songwriter, known for her powerful vocals and contributions to the rock and pop genres. She has released numerous successful albums and has been recognized with several music awards in Japan.

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