Child of truth or child of the jasmine flower
Mariko is a traditional Japanese feminine name with multiple possible meanings depending on the kanji used. The most common interpretations include 'child of truth' (mari meaning truth, ko meaning child) or 'child of the jasmine flower' (mali/mari referring to jasmine). It was a highly popular name for girls in Japan during the mid-20th century.
Less common today
Mariko isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,975 in 1990.
Contemporary Japanese artist and photographer
Canadian graphic novelist and writer of 'This One Summer'
Love interest of Wolverine in Marvel Comics ยท Marvel Comics
High-born protagonist in the novel and series Shลgun ยท Shลgun
Former member of the Japanese idol group AKB48
US births per 5-year period, 1990โpresent (SSA data).
