Nezuko Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

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At a Glance

Origin
Japanese (modern)
Gender
Primarily used for girls
Pronunciation
neh-ZOO-koh

Nezuko is a modern Japanese name. In U.S. Social Security Administration data covering 2021 through 2024, it has stayed an uncommon pick, given to just 21 babies in 2024. If you're drawn to it, you'd be choosing a name very few American parents have used so far.

Meaning & Origin of Nezuko

Origin: Japanese (modern).

How to Pronounce Nezuko

neh-ZOO-kohIPA /nɛˈzuːkoʊ/

Popularity of Nezuko

SSA records show Nezuko's use peaked at rank #4338 in 2023 with 33 babies, then eased to rank #5896 in 2024 with 21 — small, steady numbers rather than a fast-growing trend.

Names Like Nezuko

These names have followed a similar path to Nezuko in U.S. popularity over the years.

FAQ

How do you pronounce Nezuko?

Nezuko is pronounced neh-ZOO-koh (IPA: /nɛˈzuːkoʊ/).

Is Nezuko a popular name right now?

Nezuko peaked at #4338 in 2023 and is ranked #5896 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2021–2024.)

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