Makiko
Meaning of Makiko
Makiko is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It has its roots in Japan and is derived from the Japanese words "maki" meaning "true" or "genuine," and "ko" meaning "child." In Japanese, Makiko is pronounced as mah-kee-koh (/ma.ki.ko/). The name also has variations such as Maki. Although not very common in the United States, Makiko has been given to a few newborns over the years. It ranked 4973rd in popularity in 1925, with 5 occurrences recorded that year. Makiko carries an air of elegance and grace, making it a lovely choice for parents seeking a name with cultural significance and a touch of exoticism for their little girl.
Pronunciation
Japanese
- Pronunced as mah-kee-koh (/ma.ki.ko/)
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Notable People Named Makiko
| Makiko Esumi is a former Japanese model, actress, and writer best known for playing Chinatsu Tsuboi in the TV drama Shomuni. |
| Makiko Tanaka is a Japanese politician and the daughter of former Prime Minister Kakuei Tanaka. |
| Makiko Ohmoto is a freelance Japanese voice actress from Okayama Prefecture. |
| Makiko Watanabe is a Japanese actress who has appeared in more than 60 films since 1996. |
| Makiko Hirabayashi is a Japanese jazz pianist and composer who built her career in Copenhagen after studying at Berklee College of Music. |
| Makiko Furukawa is a Japanese former volleyball player who competed in the 1968 and 1972 Summer Olympics. |
| Makiko Izawa is a Japanese sprinter who competed in the women's 200 meters at the 1964 Summer Olympics. |
