Etsuko
et-soo-ko
Etsuko is a girl’s name of Japanese origin, meaning “A Japanese name meaning 'child of delight' or 'child of pleasure.' It combines the elements 'etsu' (悦) meaning delight or pleasure and 'ko' (子) meaning child.”, and peaked in popularity in 1925.
What Etsuko Means
“A Japanese name meaning 'child of delight' or 'child of pleasure.' It combines the elements 'etsu' (悦) meaning delight or pleasure and 'ko' (子) meaning child.”
The Story of Etsuko
From the land of the rising sun comes a name that embodies pure, unadulterated joy.
Etsuko is a Japanese name, first recorded in 1921 and peaking in 1925. It combines 'etsu' (悦), meaning delight or pleasure, with 'ko' (子), a common suffix for 'child,' creating a name of profound happiness.
This name is a vibrant echo of the delight your daughter will bring into your life. You imagine her filled with a gentle cheerfulness, her very presence a source of pleasure and grace.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Etsuko Ichihara
Japanese actress known for stage and film roles
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#12 in 1925
Total Births
69
First Recorded
1921
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