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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Colorful, or vivid
- Origin
- Japanese
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- AH-yah-koh
Ayako is a Japanese name meaning "colorful" or "vivid." It's pronounced AH-yah-koh, with three even, open syllables that are easy for most English speakers to say on first try. If you want a name with a Japanese background and a bright meaning, it's worth a look.
Meaning & Origin of Ayako
Meaning: Colorful, or vivid.
Origin: Japanese.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Ayako
AH-yah-kohIPA /ˈɑːjəkoʊ/
Popularity of Ayako
In the U.S., Ayako peaked at #1414 in 1918, when 30 babies were given the name. By 2019 it had slipped to #15864, with just 5 babies, so a child named Ayako is very unlikely to share the name with a classmate.
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FAQ
What does the name Ayako mean?
Colorful, or vivid. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Ayako?
Ayako is pronounced AH-yah-koh (IPA: /ˈɑːjəkoʊ/).
Is Ayako a popular name right now?
Ayako peaked at #1414 in 1918 and is ranked #15864 as of 2019. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1908–2019.)
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