Beautiful child of the generation
A traditional Japanese name composed of the kanji 'mi' meaning beautiful, 'yo' meaning generation or world, and 'ko' meaning child. The suffix 'ko' was historically common for girls' names in Japan, signifying a noble or well-bred daughter.
Less common today
Miyoko isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,138 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Vegan chef and founder of Miyoko's Creamery
Japanese chess player and widow of Bobby Fischer
Japanese actress and former pop idol
A character in the Higurashi series · Higurashi When They Cry
