Mikoto
Fact sheet
- Name
- Mikoto
- Gender
- Unisex name
- Syllables
- 3
Mikoto is a Japanese first name that is predominantly used for girls, but can also be given to boys. The meaning of the name encompasses terms such as 'the life', 'the honor', and 'the beautiful string instrument'.
What does the name Mikoto mean?
Mikoto is a first name of Japanese origin, primarily used for girls but also for boys. It can be interpreted as 'the life', 'the honor', or 'the beautiful string instrument' as well as 'the radiant happiness'. Its roots are found in Japanese, derived from the words mikoto (尊), meaning 'respect', 'honor', or 'appreciation', and mikoto (命), which stands for 'life', 'fate', or 'destiny'. The elements mi (美), meaning 'beautiful' or 'pretty', and mi (光), meaning 'light' or 'radiance', as well as koto (琴), which refers to a Japanese string instrument, or koto (寿), which stands for 'longevity', 'congratulations', or 'happiness', also contribute to its meaning.
Where does the name Mikoto come from?
The name Mikoto is a Japanese first name that carries the meaning 'the life'. In the Japanese language, the name is composed of the terms mikoto (尊) for 'respect', 'honor', and 'appreciation', as well as mikoto (命) for 'life', 'fate', or 'destiny'. Additionally, there are the elements mi (美), meaning 'beautiful' or 'pretty', and mi (光) for 'light' or 'radiance', as well as koto (琴), which denotes a Japanese string instrument, or koto (寿), which stands for 'longevity', 'congratulations', and 'happiness'. The language is Japanese.
How do you pronounce Mikoto?
Mi-ko-to
Popularity
In Germany, Mikoto is among the less common first names. In 2017, it ranked 3,952nd among the most popular female baby names. Its best placement was achieved in 2007, when it reached 1,198th place. In the last ten years, Mikoto has been chosen as a first name fewer than 10 times, placing it 9,317th in the ten-year statistics. For the period from 2010 to 2024, it ranks 11,574th.
Nicknames & pet names
Koto / Mii / Miki / Miko
Famous people
- Mikoto Kiba (anime character from 'Triage X')
- Mikoto Misaka (anime character from 'To Aru Kagaku no Railgun')
- Mikoto Suoh (anime character from 'K-Project')
- Mikoto Suou (anime character from 'School Rumble')
Frequently asked questions about the name Mikoto
What is the origin of the name Mikoto?
Mikoto is a Japanese first name that is composed of the terms mikoto (尊) for 'respect' and 'honor' as well as mikoto (命) for 'life' and 'fate'.
What does the name Mikoto mean?
The name Mikoto can be translated as 'the life', 'the honor', 'the beautiful string instrument', and 'the radiant happiness', and also encompasses aspects such as 'beauty' and 'light'.
How popular is the name Mikoto?
Mikoto is primarily common in Japan and is used there for both girls and boys. The popularity of the name varies, but it has become increasingly popular in recent years.