How Many People Are Named Tomoko?

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

Tomoko
Very Rare
Japanese

Tomoko means 'child of purity' and is very rare, with only 1 in 3,170,034 Americans sharing this name. That's just 104 people living today, making it a truly unique choice. The name peaked in popularity in 1982 but remains stable among those aged 30-60.

~104
Living in US
1 in 3,170,034
Americans
1982
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Child of purity
🌐
Origin
Japanese
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 8
Personality Traits
Refined Gentle Thoughtful
8
Life Path Number

Life-path number 8 symbolizes leadership, power, and success.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

352,687
Worldwide Bearers
#2,955
Global Rank
🇯🇵 Japan
346,347
🇺🇸 United States
3,592
🇧🇷 Brazil
587
🇹🇭 Thailand
529
🇨🇦 Canada
318
🇬🇧 England
157
🇫🇷 France
132
🇩🇪 Germany
121
🇦🇺 Australia
79
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
74

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
104 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 54
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
108
Would be 30–60 (84%)
20
Would be over 60 (16%)

All 128 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: 1982

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
60
Classic Feel
33
Modern Appeal
67
International
100

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

📜 Tomoko Through the Generations

Tomoko, a name of Japanese origin, has seen a steady presence in the United States since its peak in 1982 when 10 babies were given this name. Today, there are 104 individuals bearing the name, with most being around 54 years old. The age distribution shows a significant majority aged 30-60, indicating a generation that embraced this name during its heyday. its rarity, Tomoko continues to be a stable choice, bridging classic and modern sensibilities.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 5
Hawaii 5

✨ Similar Names to Tomoko

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Tomoko's Japanese roots

📄 About the Name Tomoko

How Many People Have the Name Tomoko?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 104 people in the United States currently share the name Tomoko. That works out to roughly 1 in every 3,170,034 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Tomoko a Common or Rare Name?

Tomoko 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 Tomoko Mean?

Tomoko means "child of purity" and comes from Japanese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Tomoko Most Popular?

The name Tomoko reached peak popularity in 1982, with 10 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 Tomoko?

Approximately 104 people named Tomoko live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 128. That works out to roughly 1 in 3,170,034 Americans.

Is Tomoko a rare name?

Tomoko is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 3,170,034 Americans has this name.

What does the name Tomoko mean?

Tomoko means "child of purity" and comes from Japanese origins.

Is Tomoko more male or female?

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

When was Tomoko most popular?

Tomoko peaked in 1982 with 10 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 US104
All-Time Births128
1 in X1 in 3,170,034
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age54
Peak Year1982
World Rank#2,955
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.