Find out how popular the first name Yuriko has been for the last 46 years (from 1977 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Yuriko by gender

Based on the last 46 years of data, Yuriko is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Yuriko.

The history of the first name Yuriko

Yuriko is a Japanese feminine given name. It is derived from the Japanese words "yuri" meaning "lily" and "ko" meaning "child", thus the name translates to "child of the lily". The name has its origins in the Heian period of Japanese history, dating back to around the 8th to 12th centuries CE.

The lily flower has long been a symbol of purity and nobility in Japanese culture. The name Yuriko may have been given to girls from noble or samurai families during this time period, reflecting the desired qualities of purity and grace. Variations of the name, such as Yurika and Yurika, also existed.

While the name Yuriko does not appear to have any direct references in ancient Japanese texts or religious scriptures, it is possible that it was used in aristocratic circles during the Heian period. Some of the earliest recorded instances of the name may have been in family records or poetry from that era.

One of the earliest notable individuals with the name Yuriko was Yuriko Miyamoto (1899-1951), a Japanese novelist and poet who was active in the early 20th century. Her works often explored themes of women's roles and societal expectations in Japan at the time.

Another famous Yuriko was Yuriko Kikuchi (1920-2016), a Japanese-American actress who appeared in several Hollywood films during the 1940s and 1950s, including "Sayonara" and "Tokyo Joe". She was one of the first Japanese actresses to gain recognition in American cinema.

In the world of sports, Yuriko Miyazaki (born 1951) is a former Japanese professional golfer who won several tournaments on the LPGA Tour in the 1970s and 1980s. She was one of the pioneering Japanese golfers to compete on the international stage.

Yuriko Nagatomi (born 1936) is a Japanese writer and translator, known for her translations of works by authors such as Gabriel García Márquez and Italo Calvino into Japanese.

Finally, Yuriko Koike (born 1952) is a Japanese politician who served as the first female Governor of Tokyo from 2016 to 2022. She has had a long career in politics and was also the first woman to lead a major political party in Japan.

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