Holding steady.
Popularity of Shigeko since 1909
Babies named Shigeko per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 5 |
| 1910s | 82 |
| 1920s | 194 |
| 1930s | 44 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Shigeko is a Japanese feminine name that peaked in the United States in the 1920s (specifically rank 1926 in 1926), reflecting immigration patterns and cultural exchange during that era. The name has maintained a stable trajectory since then, with virtually no modern usage in American records. Its meaning, rooted in the kanji for abundance and child, places it in a tradition of nature-infused Japanese names. While top states are not recorded, Shigeko remains a distinctive choice with a clear cultural heritage.
Shigeko is a traditional Japanese feminine name composed of two kanji: 茂 (shige) meaning 'luxuriant, abundant' and 子 (ko) meaning 'child.' The suffix -ko was historically common in female given names, especially during the early to mid-20th century. The name reflects a cultural preference for names evoking prosperity and natural abundance.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shige, Shigeko-chan
Sibling names for Shigeko
Names that share Shigeko's style, for a brother or sister.
