Tomoko
Tomoko is a girl name of Japanese origin, meaning “Wise child; friendly child”.
| Meaning | Wise child; friendly child |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Japanese |
| Written as | 智子 |
| Pronunciation | toh-MOH-koh |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Japan |
Meaning and origin of Tomoko
Tomoko ends in -ko, 'child', a classic ending for Japanese girls' names. The first element, tomo, is written with different kanji: 智 means 'wisdom', 友 'friend', and 朋 'companion', so the meaning depends on the characters chosen. Tomoko was one of the most popular girls' names in Japan in the 1960s and 1970s. It is less fashionable now as -ko names have declined.
Is Tomoko a religious name?
Tomoko is a secular Japanese name; it has no particular Buddhist or Shinto meaning.
How popular is Tomoko?
Common among Japanese women born in the mid-twentieth century; rarely given to babies today.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tomoko mean?
Tomoko means 'Wise child; friendly child'. It is of Japanese origin.
Does Tomoko have a religious meaning?
Tomoko is a secular Japanese name; it has no particular Buddhist or Shinto meaning.
How do you pronounce Tomoko?
Tomoko is pronounced toh-MOH-koh.
Is Tomoko a boy or girl name?
Tomoko is usually a girl name.