Yoshiko

Japanese

"good, respectful"

Yoshiko Origin and Meaning

The name Yoshiko is a girl's name.

Yoshiko is a traditional Japanese feminine name combining elements that typically mean 'good' (yoshi) and 'child' (ko), though the meaning can vary depending on the specific kanji characters used to write it. Popular throughout the 20th century in Japan, Yoshiko was particularly common among women born in the early to mid-1900s. The name reflects traditional Japanese naming patterns where 'ko' (child) was frequently used as a suffix for girls' names. While maintaining strong cultural connections to Japan, Yoshiko has gained some international recognition through Japanese diaspora communities. The name carries a gentle rhythm and authentic cultural significance, appealing to parents seeking a name with clear Japanese heritage and a graceful sound.

Yoshiko Rank in US Top 1000

# 913 in the US

Famous People Named Yoshiko

• Princess Yoshiko empress consort of Emperor Kokaku of Japan
• Yoshiko Otaka Japanese actress
• Yoshiko Kawashima princess of Manchuria
• Yoshiko Kuga Japanese actress
• Yoshiko Mita Japanese actress
• Yoshiko Sakurai Japanese journalist
• Yoshiko Tamura Japanese professional wrestler
• Emma Yoshiko Hedican (b. 2005) daughter of skater Kristi Yamaguchi and ice hockey player Bret Hedican

The name Yoshiko in Pop Culture

• Yoshiko Nishizawa character from the anime/manga series "Strike Witches"
• "Yoshiko " pop song by American band The J's with Jamie
• Yohane/Yoshiko Tsushima character from Love Live! Sunshine and member of Aqours