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Momoko

桃子moh-MOH-koh · One hundred children; also interpreted as 'peach child' or 'child of a hundred blessings', though the exact meaning varies by kanji characters.

Peak popularity
2001
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Momoko since 1985

Babies named Momoko per year in U.S. Social Security records.

49131990200020102020Most births 2001Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s15
1990s65
2000s47
2010s23
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Momoko is a Japanese name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1985 and saw its peak usage in 2001. Despite never ranking in the top 1000, the name has maintained a stable presence, particularly among families with Japanese heritage or those drawn to its melodic sound and positive meanings. The name's components, 'momo' (hundred or peach) and 'ko' (child), are common in Japanese naming traditions, and while no top states have recorded significant usage, it remains a recognizable choice for those seeking a distinctly Japanese name.

Momoko is a Japanese female name typically written with kanji characters such as 百 (momo, 'one hundred') and 子 (ko, 'child'), giving the meaning 'hundred child' or 'child of a hundred blessings'. It can also be written with 桃 (momo, 'peach') and 子 (ko), meaning 'peach child'. The name gained popularity in Japan from the late 20th century onward, reflecting a trend for names with the suffix -ko ('child').

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Momo

Sibling names for Momoko

Names that share Momoko's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Yuki, Sakura, Aoi, Hana, Rin

Brothers: Sota, Haruki, Kaito, Ren, Ryo

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Momoko mean?
Momoko is a Japanese name typically written with kanji meaning 'one hundred child' (百子) or 'peach child' (桃子), though other combinations exist.
How popular is the name Momoko?
Momoko has never ranked among the top 1000 names in the U.S., but it has been recorded since 1985. Its peak year in U.S. usage was 2001.
Is Momoko a girl's name?
Yes, Momoko is almost exclusively used as a female name in Japan.