How Many People Are Named Chiyoko?

Complete statistics for the name Chiyoko: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Chiyoko
Very Rare
Japanese

Chiyoko means 'child of light' in Japanese, making it both rare and meaningful. Only 12 people in the US today carry this name, which is 1 in 28,214,702 Americans, truly setting it apart. All but a few of those named Chiyoko are over 60, reflecting its status as an old-school classic.

~12
Living in US
1 in 28,214,702
Americans
1923
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Child of light
🌐
Origin
Japanese
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Gentle Compassionate
5
Life Path Number

Life-path number 5 symbolizes adaptability and freedom.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

419,604
Worldwide Bearers
#2,438
Global Rank
🇯🇵 Japan
418,394
🇺🇸 United States
892
🇧🇷 Brazil
258
🇹🇭 Thailand
10
🇨🇦 Canada
8
🇸🇪 Sweden
4
🇵🇪 Peru
4
🇳🇴 Norway
4
🇲🇾 Malaysia
3
🇩🇪 Germany
3

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
12 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 105
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
544
Would be over 60 (100%)

All 544 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1923

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
81
Classic Feel
74
Modern Appeal
26
International
100

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Chiyoko Through the Generations

Chiyoko has been a name steeped in tradition since 1923 when it peaked with 41 births. Over the decades, it's remained stable, with no significant changes in popularity. Today, there are just 12 people named Chiyoko in the United States, all of whom are over 60 years old, indicating that this name is predominantly associated with older generations. The name's rarity and cultural significance make it a unique choice, though it's most common outside the US in Japan.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Hawaii 301
California 149
Washington 11

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Chiyoko's Japanese roots

📄 About the Name Chiyoko

How Many People Have the Name Chiyoko?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 12 people in the United States currently share the name Chiyoko. That works out to roughly 1 in every 28,214,702 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Chiyoko a Common or Rare Name?

Chiyoko is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Chiyoko Mean?

Chiyoko means "child of light" and comes from Japanese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Chiyoko in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Chiyoko Most Popular?

The name Chiyoko reached peak popularity in 1923, with 41 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Chiyoko?

Approximately 12 people named Chiyoko live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 544. That works out to roughly 1 in 28,214,702 Americans.

Is Chiyoko a rare name?

Chiyoko is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 28,214,702 Americans has this name.

What does the name Chiyoko mean?

Chiyoko means "child of light" and comes from Japanese origins.

Is Chiyoko more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Chiyoko are male and 100% are female.

When was Chiyoko most popular?

Chiyoko peaked in 1923 with 41 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US12
All-Time Births544
1 in X1 in 28,214,702
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age105
Peak Year1923
World Rank#2,438
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.