あいこ
アイコ
Aiko: Japanese Name Meaning
Meaning: Child of Love
ai
love, affection
ko
child
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All Readings
Kanji
愛子
Hiragana
あいこ
Katakana
アイコ
Romaji
Aiko
Cultural Significance
Aiko is a beloved name in Japan, made even more prominent by Princess Aiko, daughter of Emperor Naruhito. It expresses a parent's deep love for their daughter.
Kanji Character Details
Character 1: 愛
読み: aiMeaning: love, affection
In 愛子, this character brings the sense of “love, affection” into the name’s overall meaning.
Character 2: 子
読み: koMeaning: child
Read within 愛子, it supplies the idea of “child” that shapes how the name is understood.
Gender Usage
95%
Female usage
5%
Male usage
Female
Typical classification
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Writing Variants
Aiko can also be written with these alternative kanji combinations:
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