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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.

Letters6
Syllables3
OriginJapanese

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

6

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

GentleElegantKindGraceful

Peak Year

#42 in 1923

Total Births

760

First Recorded

1914

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