How Many People Are Named Namiko?

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

Namiko
Very Rare
Japanese

Namiko means 'child of the sea' and is incredibly rare, with only 1 in 1,301,866 Americans sharing this name. The majority of people named Namiko are under 30, making it a truly modern choice.

~253
Living in US
1 in 1,301,866
Americans
2024
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Child of the sea
🌐
Origin
Japanese
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 9
Personality Traits
Calm Gentle Compassionate
9
Life Path Number

People with life-path number 9 are known for their humanitarian spirit and ability to connect deeply with others.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

41,597
Worldwide Bearers
#21,531
Global Rank
🇯🇵 Japan
41,031
🇺🇸 United States
189
🇧🇷 Brazil
124
🇫🇲 Micronesia
54
🇷🇺 Russia
40
🇲🇽 Mexico
26
🇬🇪 Georgia
19
🇹🇭 Thailand
18
🇲🇭 Marshall Islands
11
🇳🇬 Nigeria
10

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
8 (3%)
♀ Female
246 (97%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 11
250
Would be under 30 (93%)
5
Would be 30–60 (2%)
13
Would be over 60 (5%)

All 268 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: 2024

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
72
Classic Feel
4
Modern Appeal
100
International
99

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

📜 Namiko Through the Generations

Namiko, a name that's seen a surge in popularity, particularly in 2024 with 46 births, stands out among its peers. With an average age of just 11, it's clear that Namiko is favored by younger parents looking for a unique yet meaningful name. As of now, there are 253 individuals bearing this name in the United States, with most under 30 years old, indicating a strong preference for this name among the younger generation.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 24
Texas 7

✨ Similar Names to Namiko

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Namiko's Japanese roots

📄 About the Name Namiko

How Many People Have the Name Namiko?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 253 people in the United States currently share the name Namiko. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,301,866 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Namiko a Common or Rare Name?

Namiko 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 Namiko Mean?

Namiko means "child of the sea" and comes from Japanese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Namiko in SSA data, approximately 3% are male and 97% are female.

When Was Namiko Most Popular?

The name Namiko reached peak popularity in 2024, with 46 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

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 Namiko?

Approximately 253 people named Namiko live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 268. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,301,866 Americans.

Is Namiko a rare name?

Namiko is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,301,866 Americans has this name.

What does the name Namiko mean?

Namiko means "child of the sea" and comes from Japanese origins.

Is Namiko more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 3% of people named Namiko are male and 97% are female.

When was Namiko most popular?

Namiko peaked in 2024 with 46 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

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 US253
All-Time Births268
1 in X1 in 1,301,866
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age11
Peak Year2024
World Rank#21,531
Male %3%
Female %97%

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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.