Toshiko Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Toshiko originates from the Japanese language, combining 'toshi' meaning 'wise' and 'ko' meaning 'child', translating to 'wise child'. It has evolved into its current form from the historical name Toshi. The name is characterized by traits of wisdom and intelligence, with no biblical relevance. Toshiko gained popularity in Japan in the 20th century, particularly after World War II, and is viewed positively in contemporary society.
The name Toshiko is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Toshiko has been stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Toshiko' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1373rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2949th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10888th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 20974th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Toshiko' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Toshiko"
Pronunciation
/toʊʃikoʊ/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name Toshiko is derived from the Japanese elements 'toshi', meaning 'wise' or 'year', and 'ko', meaning 'child'. Therefore, it can be interpreted as 'child of wisdom' or 'wise child'.
Meaning
wise child
Language Evolution
Toshi, Toshiko
Historical Usage
Toshiko gained popularity in Japan during the 20th century, particularly after World War II, as traditional Japanese names became more common.
Variants & Derivatives
Toshi, Toshiko
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Toshiko is perceived as a traditional yet elegant name in Japan, often associated with wisdom and intelligence.
Famous People
Toshiko Akiyoshi, a renowned jazz pianist and composer., Toshiko Matsumoto, a prominent Japanese actress.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Toshiko"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Toshiko"
"Toshiko" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1373rd of 9107 | 571 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2949th of 9204 | 171 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10888th of 19264 | 37 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 20974th of 27321 | 15 |
Regional Popularity of "Toshiko" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Toshiko" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - |
23.56% 269th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - |
43.12% 667th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Toshiko"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Toshiko" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.