How Many People Are Named Sachiko?

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

Sachiko
Very Rare
Japanese

Sachiko means 'happy child' in Japanese, making it a name rich in positive connotations. Only 288 people named Sachiko live in the US today, which means just 1 in 1,147,092 Americans have this unique name. The majority of Sachikos are over 60, reflecting its status as a classic, old-school name.

~288
Living in US
1 in 1,147,092
Americans
1921
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Happy child
🌐
Origin
Japanese
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 3
Personality Traits
Gentle Caring Thoughtful
3
Life Path Number

Life-path number 3 symbolizes creativity, self-expression, and joy.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,046,876
Worldwide Bearers
#837
Global Rank
🇯🇵 Japan
1,042,169
🇺🇸 United States
3,129
🇧🇷 Brazil
432
🇹🇭 Thailand
280
🇦🇺 Australia
145
🇨🇦 Canada
102
🇵🇭 Philippines
87
🇬🇧 England
86
🇲🇽 Mexico
58
🇩🇪 Germany
48

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
288 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 75
91
Would be under 30 (14%)
160
Would be 30–60 (24%)
411
Would be over 60 (62%)

All 662 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: 1921

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
83
Classic Feel
82
Modern Appeal
18
International
100

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

📜 Sachiko Through the Generations

Sachiko has been a rare but cherished name through the generations, peaking in popularity in 1921 with 31 births. Today, the name's bearers span various age groups, but a significant 62% are over 60, indicating a strong connection to older generations. With only 288 individuals named Sachiko currently living in the US, it's clear that this name is becoming increasingly uncommon, yet it remains a beautiful reminder of its historical roots.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 172
Hawaii 131
Washington 7

✨ Similar Names to Sachiko

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Sachiko's Japanese roots

📄 About the Name Sachiko

How Many People Have the Name Sachiko?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 288 people in the United States currently share the name Sachiko. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,147,092 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Sachiko a Common or Rare Name?

Sachiko 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 Sachiko Mean?

Sachiko means "happy child" and comes from Japanese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Sachiko Most Popular?

The name Sachiko reached peak popularity in 1921, with 31 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

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 Sachiko?

Approximately 288 people named Sachiko live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 662. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,147,092 Americans.

Is Sachiko a rare name?

Sachiko is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,147,092 Americans has this name.

What does the name Sachiko mean?

Sachiko means "happy child" and comes from Japanese origins.

Is Sachiko more male or female?

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

When was Sachiko most popular?

Sachiko peaked in 1921 with 31 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

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 US288
All-Time Births662
1 in X1 in 1,147,092
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age75
Peak Year1921
World Rank#837
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.