Mieko
Meaning of Mieko
Mieko is a beautiful and feminine name of Japanese origin. In Japanese, it is pronounced as mee-AY-koh. This name has a lovely meaning, "beautiful blessing," making it a perfect choice for parents who wish to bestow their child with an auspicious name. Mieko has gained popularity over the years in the United States, with consistent occurrences since the early 20th century. The name has seen fluctuating ranks on the popularity charts but has remained relatively steady, indicating its enduring appeal. With its exotic sound and meaningful origin, Mieko is an excellent option for parents seeking a unique and graceful name for their baby girl.
Pronunciation
Japanese
- Pronunced as mee-AY-koh (/miːˈeɪkɔ/)
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Notable People Named Mieko
| Mieko Shiomi is a Japanese artist, composer, and performer known for her influential role in the development of Fluxus and her exploration of sound and music. |
| Mieko Kawakami is a renowned Japanese writer and poet, known for winning prestigious literary awards and having her works translated into multiple languages. |
| Mieko Nagaoka was a pioneering Japanese Masters athlete who, at 100 years old, became the first centenarian to complete a 1,500m freestyle swim in a 25m pool and continued swimming competitively until the age of 106. |
| Mieko Shiomi was a Japanese amateur photographer during the Shōwa era in Japan. |
| Mieko Hirota, also known as Mico, was a Japanese singer. |
| Mieko Yoshimura is the first female governor of Yamagata Prefecture, Japan, elected in 2009 after defeating the sitting governor. |
| Mieko Kato is a Japanese retired goalball player who won a bronze medal at the 2004 Summer Paralympics. |
| Mieko Mori is a Japanese gymnast who competed in six events at the 1988 Summer Olympics, achieving a ranking of 3,715. |
| Mieko Fukuno is a former international table tennis player from Japan. |
| Mieko Miyahara is a Japanese fencer who participated in the women's individual and team foil events at the 1984 and 1988 Summer Olympics. |
| Mieko Ogawa is a Japanese luger who participated in the women's singles event at the 1976 Winter Olympics. |
| Mieko Kobayashi is a Japanese politician and member of the House of Councillors for the Japanese Communist Party. |
