Holding steady.
Popularity of Miyeko since 1917
Babies named Miyeko per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 28 |
| 1920s | 93 |
| 1930s | 11 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
The name Miyeko first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1917, during a period when Japanese names were uncommon in America. Its peak usage was in 1924, after which it declined steadily. In the most recent year (2025), the name remains extremely rare, with fewer than 5 births annually, reflecting a trajectory that has been stable over the past decades. The name shares the traditional Japanese suffix 'ko' (child), common in girls' names from that era. Although no top states were recorded, its usage likely coincided with Japanese immigrant communities. Miyeko today carries a vintage charm, evoking early 20th-century Japanese American heritage.
Miyeko is a Japanese feminine name, likely a variant of Miyoko, which combines 'miya' (beautiful) or 'mi' (beauty) with 'ko' (child). The name follows the traditional Japanese pattern of ending girls' names with 'ko.' It has been used since the early 20th century, with peak popularity in the 1920s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Miyo, Mimi, Yeko
Variants: Miyoko
Sibling names for Miyeko
Names that share Miyeko's style, for a brother or sister.
