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.
About 37 girls were named Namiko in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A character in the manga and anime series · Wonder Momo
Japanese voice actress
