How Many People Are Named Taeko?

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

Taeko
Very Rare
Japanese

Taeko means 'bright' in Japanese, making it a name full of light and hope. Only two people named Taeko live in the US today, which means just 1 in 174,373,445 Americans have this unique name. The vast majority of those named Taeko are over 60, reflecting its status as a classic, old-school name.

~2
Living in US
1 in 174,373,445
Americans
1917
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Bright
🌐
Origin
Japanese
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Hopeful Inspiring
7
Life Path Number

Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

278,582
Worldwide Bearers
#3,772
Global Rank
🇯🇵 Japan
276,816
🇺🇸 United States
1,003
🇧🇷 Brazil
493
🇹🇭 Thailand
53
🇦🇺 Australia
32
🇨🇦 Canada
29
🇩🇪 Germany
22
🇵🇾 Paraguay
17
🇲🇽 Mexico
16
🇬🇧 England
15

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
2 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 102
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
74
Would be over 60 (100%)

All 74 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: 1917

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
50
Classic Feel
75
Modern Appeal
25
International
100

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

📜 Taeko Through the Generations

Taeko, a name that shines brightly in the annals of Japanese heritage, has seen its peak popularity in 1917 with nine births. Over the decades, its usage has remained stable, with no significant fluctuations. Today, only two individuals named Taeko reside in the United States, both likely born around the time of the name's peak. This rarity underscores the name's historical roots and its association with an older generation, as all known bearers are over 60 years old. its limited presence in the U.S., Taeko enjoys widespread recognition in Japan, where it's much more commonly used.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 5

✨ Similar Names to Taeko

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Taeko's Japanese roots

📄 About the Name Taeko

How Many People Have the Name Taeko?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2 people in the United States currently share the name Taeko. That works out to roughly 1 in every 174,373,445 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Taeko a Common or Rare Name?

Taeko 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 Taeko Mean?

Taeko means "bright" and comes from Japanese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Taeko Most Popular?

The name Taeko reached peak popularity in 1917, with 9 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 Taeko?

Approximately 2 people named Taeko live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 74. That works out to roughly 1 in 174,373,445 Americans.

Is Taeko a rare name?

Taeko is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 174,373,445 Americans has this name.

What does the name Taeko mean?

Taeko means "bright" and comes from Japanese origins.

Is Taeko more male or female?

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

When was Taeko most popular?

Taeko peaked in 1917 with 9 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 US2
All-Time Births74
1 in X1 in 174,373,445
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age102
Peak Year1917
World Rank#3,772
Male %0%
Female %100%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.