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At a Glance: Name: Nezuko – 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
Phonetic: neh-ZOO-koh IPA: /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.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 2021–2024.
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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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