MallowbyNames

Toyoko

豊子TOH-yoh-koh · Of uncertain origin; possibly relates to 'toyo' (abundant) and 'ko' (child) in Japanese, though debated.

Peak popularity
1925
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Toyoko since 1913

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

71522192019602000Most births 1925Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1910s44
1920s137
1930s15
1940s0
1950s0
1960s0
1970s0
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Named Toyoko saw its peak usage in 1925, reflecting early 20th-century Japanese naming trends. Though it has not ranked in recent decades, the name's stable trajectory suggests a quiet presence rather than a dramatic decline. Its earliest recorded use dates to 1913. While no modern top states register significant numbers, Toyoko remains a distinctive choice with cultural roots in Japan.

Toyoko is a Japanese name, possibly combining elements 'toyo' (豊, meaning abundant, rich) and 'ko' (子, meaning child). It was used primarily in the early 20th century, peaking in the 1920s. Its exact derivation is debated, and it may have other interpretations.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Toyo, Yoko

Sibling names for Toyoko

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

A parent animal hugging its little one, the personalized name page

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Toyoko mean?
Toyoko is of Japanese origin, likely meaning 'abundant child' (from 'toyo' meaning abundant and 'ko' meaning child), but this is not certain.
How popular is Toyoko today?
Toyoko has not ranked in U.S. popularity data in recent years; its peak year was 1925, and it is currently very rare.
Is Toyoko a boy or girl name?
Toyoko is traditionally a girl's name.