Find out how popular the first name Seiko has been for the last 1 years (from 2009 to 2009) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Seiko by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Seiko is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2009, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Seiko.

The history of the first name Seiko

The name Seiko originates from Japanese language and culture. It is a gender-neutral name that has been in use since the Edo period (1603-1868) in Japan. The name Seiko is derived from the Japanese words "sei" meaning "sincere" or "honest," and "ko" meaning "child." Thus, the name Seiko can be interpreted to mean "honest child" or "sincere child."

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Seiko can be found in the Edo-period novel "Ukiyo Monogatari" (Tales of the Floating World) by Asai Ryoi, published in 1661. In this work, Seiko is the name of a character, a young woman from a samurai family.

Throughout Japanese history, several notable individuals have borne the name Seiko. One of the earliest was Seiko Fujii (1835-1900), a renowned painter and calligrapher during the late Edo and early Meiji periods. Another notable Seiko was Seiko Hidaka (1847-1918), a pioneering educator who founded one of the first girls' schools in Japan.

In more recent times, Seiko Matsuda (born 1962) is a popular Japanese singer and actress, known for her hit songs and television appearances. Seiko Hashimoto (born 1964) is a former Olympic athlete and politician who served as the President of the Tokyo 2020 Organizing Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Another individual with the name Seiko is Seiko Tanaka (born 1975), a Japanese professional wrestler and former mixed martial artist. She has competed in various promotions, including RIZIN and Pancrase.

While these are just a few examples, the name Seiko has been borne by numerous individuals throughout Japanese history, reflecting its enduring popularity and cultural significance.

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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