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Noriko

noh-REE-koh

Letters

6

Syllables

3

Origin

Japanese

Total Births

160

Peak Year

#11 in 1984

First Recorded

1923

Style

Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Noriko is a traditional Japanese name with various possible meanings depending on the kanji used, but commonly means 'child of the doctrine' or 'child of the law'. It suggests order and wisdom.

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Numerology

4

The Builder

Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.

Famous Namesakes

  • Noriko Sakai

    Japanese singer and actress.

Nicknames

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Personality Traits

DisciplinedWiseOrderlyCalm

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