Ayako
Fact sheet
- Name
- Ayako
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The first name Ayako is translated in German as 'child of beautiful form'. It consists of the Japanese elements aya (綾), meaning 'pattern, design', and ko (子), meaning 'child'. Furthermore, there are numerous other combinations of kanji with different meanings.
What does the name Ayako mean?
The first name Ayako has the free translation 'child of beautiful form'. It consists of aya (綾) for 'pattern, design' and ko (子) for 'child'. There are also many other kanji combinations with different meanings.
Where does the name Ayako come from?
Ayako is a female first name that originates from Japanese and carries the meaning 'child of beautiful form'.
How do you pronounce Ayako?
The pronunciation of the name Ayako is three syllables and even. In German, it is usually pronounced as 'A-ya-ko' [aˈjaːko]. The regular syllable sequence gives it a calm, almost flowing sound. The ending '-ko' provides the name with a clear and slightly closed note, giving it a subtle structure. Overall, Ayako sounds harmonious and calm – flowing, clear, and with a balanced, gentle sound quality.
Popularity
In Germany, Ayako is one of the less common first names. In 2017, it ranked 3,952nd on the list of the most common female baby names. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times, placing it at 9,317th in the ten-year statistics. For the period from 2010 to 2024, it ranks 9,043rd. Information on the global popularity and frequency of Ayako shows its rankings in the name charts of various countries.
Nicknames & pet names
Aya / Koko
Famous people
- Ayako Enomoto (Japanese actress)
- Ayako Fuji (musician from Japan)
- Ayako Fujitani (Japanese actress)
- Ayako Hirose (Japanese tennis player)
- Ayako Kawasumi (voice actress)
- Ayako Kimura (hurdler from Japan)
- Ayako Mukai (biathlete from Japan)
- Ayako Nakano (swimmer from Japan)
- Ayako Okamoto (golfer from Japan)
- Ayako Sana (Japanese volleyball player)
- Ayako Shirasaki (Japanese jazz musician)
- Ayako Shoda (wrestler from Japan)
- Ayako Sono (Japanese writer)
- Ayako Tanaka (Russian singer)
- Ayako Tsuru (artist from Mexico)
- Ayako Uehara (Japanese musician)
- Ayako Wakao (actress from Japan)
- Irene Ayako Uchida (Canadian biologist)
Frequently asked questions about the name Ayako
What does the name Ayako mean?
The name Ayako means 'child of beautiful form'. It consists of the elements 'aya' for 'pattern, design' and 'ko' for 'child'.
Where does the name Ayako come from?
Ayako is a Japanese first name that is common in Japan and allows for various kanji combinations with different meanings.
How popular is the name Ayako?
The popularity of Ayako can vary regionally, but it is a traditional and valued name for girls in Japan.