Child of the waves or child of surf
Namiko is a Japanese feminine name composed of the kanji 'nami', meaning wave or surf, and 'ko', a common suffix for girls meaning child. It evokes the rhythmic and powerful nature of the ocean. While traditional in Japan, it remains a rare and distinctive choice in the United States.
Less common today
Namiko isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,773 in 2023.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
A character in the manga and anime series Β· Wonder Momo
Japanese voice actress