How Many People Are Named Satoko?

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

Satoko
Very Rare
Japanese

Satoko means 'happy child' in Japanese, making it a rare gem among names. Only 1 in 20,130,003 Americans share this unique name, with just 16 people living today. The name peaked in popularity back in 1976 with 6 births.

~16
Living in US
1 in 20,130,003
Americans
1976
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Happy child
🌐
Origin
Japanese
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 9
Personality Traits
Joyful Gentle Caring
9
Life Path Number

Life-path number 9 symbolizes compassion, understanding, and spiritual enlightenment.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

91,204
Worldwide Bearers
#11,072
Global Rank
🇯🇵 Japan
89,909
🇺🇸 United States
746
🇧🇷 Brazil
141
🇹🇭 Thailand
108
🇬🇧 England
47
🇨🇦 Canada
42
🇩🇪 Germany
27
🇳🇿 New Zealand
17
🇦🇺 Australia
15
🇲🇾 Malaysia
12

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
16 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 68
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
17
Would be 30–60 (63%)
10
Would be over 60 (37%)

All 27 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: 1976

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
31
Classic Feel
34
Modern Appeal
66
International
99

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

📜 Satoko Through the Generations

Satoko, a name rooted in Japanese culture, has seen a steady presence in the United States since its peak in 1976. With only 27 recorded births throughout history, it's clear that Satoko remains a very rare choice. Today, there are 16 people bearing this name, with an average age of 68 years. Interestingly, the age distribution shows a majority of Satokos aged between 30 and 60, indicating a stable trend over the decades.

✨ Similar Names to Satoko

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Satoko's Japanese roots

📄 About the Name Satoko

How Many People Have the Name Satoko?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 16 people in the United States currently share the name Satoko. That works out to roughly 1 in every 20,130,003 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Satoko a Common or Rare Name?

Satoko 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 Satoko Mean?

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

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Satoko Most Popular?

The name Satoko reached peak popularity in 1976, with 6 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 Satoko?

Approximately 16 people named Satoko live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 27. That works out to roughly 1 in 20,130,003 Americans.

Is Satoko a rare name?

Satoko is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 20,130,003 Americans has this name.

What does the name Satoko mean?

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

Is Satoko more male or female?

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

When was Satoko most popular?

Satoko peaked in 1976 with 6 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 US16
All-Time Births27
1 in X1 in 20,130,003
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age68
Peak Year1976
World Rank#11,072
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.