Holding steady.
Popularity of Tsuyako since 1913
Babies named Tsuyako per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 43 |
| 1920s | 71 |
| 1930s | 12 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tsuyako is a distinctly rare Japanese name that has not been recorded in U.S. births since 1926, its peak year. With a first recorded year of 1913, the name enjoyed brief usage during the early 20th century, primarily in the 1920s. The trajectory of Tsuyako is classified as stable, meaning it has not shown signs of revival in modern decades. Its meaning is believed to incorporate the Japanese element 'tsuya' (luster) and the common feminine suffix 'ko' (child), though the exact derivation is uncertain. While the name has not appeared in any top states in the U.S. data, it remains a culturally rich choice for those seeking a name with historical Japanese character.
Tsuyako is a Japanese feminine name formed from the element 'tsuya' (艶), meaning 'luster' or 'gloss,' combined with the common suffix '-ko' (子), meaning 'child.' The name was most popular in Japan during the early 20th century, particularly the 1920s, reflecting a period when names ending in '-ko' were fashionable for girls. It is a traditional name that has become less common in modern Japan, where shorter names without '-ko' are now preferred.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tsuyo, Yako
Sibling names for Tsuyako
Names that share Tsuyako's style, for a brother or sister.
