Yoko
Yoko is a girl name of Japanese origin, meaning “Sunlight child; ocean child”.
| Meaning | Sunlight child; ocean child |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Japanese |
| Written as | 陽子 |
| Pronunciation | YOH-koh |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Japan |
Meaning and origin of Yoko
Yoko is a classic Japanese girls' name ending in ko, 'child'. Its meaning depends on the first kanji: 陽 'sunlight' gives 'child of the sun', while 洋 'ocean' gives 'child of the ocean', and other characters are used too. It was among the most common girls' names in Japan in the mid-twentieth century. The artist and musician Yoko Ono is the most famous bearer worldwide.
Is Yoko a religious name?
Yoko has no religious background. It is a traditional Japanese name chosen for the meaning of its characters.
How popular is Yoko?
Very familiar in Japan, though now associated with older generations as -ko names have declined.
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Spellings and variants of Yoko
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yoko mean?
Yoko means 'Sunlight child; ocean child'. It is of Japanese origin.
Does Yoko have a religious meaning?
Yoko has no religious background. It is a traditional Japanese name chosen for the meaning of its characters.
How do you pronounce Yoko?
Yoko is pronounced YOH-koh.
Is Yoko a boy or girl name?
Yoko is usually a girl name.