Yuriko
YOO-ree-koh
Yuriko is a girl’s name of Japanese origin, meaning “Japanese name meaning 'lily child'. The 'Yuri' part means 'lily', and 'ko' means 'child'.”. It currently ranks #15178 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1923.
What Yuriko Means
“Japanese name meaning 'lily child'. The 'Yuri' part means 'lily', and 'ko' means 'child'.”
The Story of Yuriko
This Japanese name means 'lily child,' a delicate image of purity and grace that has traveled across generations to you.
Yuriko is a classic Japanese name, combining 'yuri,' meaning 'lily,' with 'ko,' a common suffix for 'child.' Lilies have been admired in Japan for centuries for their elegant beauty and symbolic purity. The name Yuriko gained prominence in the early 20th century, becoming a cherished choice for parents wishing to bestow a sense of refined gentleness upon their daughters.
Whispering 'Yuriko' feels like the unfurling of a soft petal. It’s a name that evokes a sense of calm elegance, like the quiet beauty of a blooming lily in a serene garden. For your daughter, it carries the suggestion of a gentle spirit, someone who moves through the world with an innate grace and a kind heart, leaving a trail of quiet beauty.
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Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
Famous Namesakes
Yuriko Koike
Japanese politician, Governor of Tokyo
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#42 in 1923
Total Births
760
First Recorded
1914
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