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Riko

/ REE-koh /
Girl Japanese 2 syllables
Meaning
Riko means Jasmine child (Japanese).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Japanese
Pronunciation
REE-koh
Popularity of Riko in the US, 1880–2025
2020

Riko first appears in US records in 2002. It peaked in 2017, when 12 girls were given the name.

Source: US Social Security Administration.

Is Riko popular?

Steady Riko has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2017.

US babies given the name Riko, by decade
2020s 18
2010s 50
2000s 40

Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.

What does Riko mean?

Riko often pairs the kanji for “jasmine” with “child” (子), a classic feminine ending.

Names like Riko

Japanese names with a similar feel and popularity.

Names that pair well with Riko

Popular Japanese names for a sibling or a middle name.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Riko mean?

Riko means Jasmine child. Riko often pairs the kanji for “jasmine” with “child” (子), a classic feminine ending.

What is the origin of the name Riko?

Riko is of Japanese origin.

How do you pronounce Riko?

Riko is pronounced “REE-koh.”

Is Riko a boy or a girl name?

Riko is most commonly used as a girl name.

Is Riko a popular name right now?

Riko has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2017.

When was the name Riko most popular?

Riko was most popular in 2017, when about 12 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.

What names are similar to Riko?

Names similar to Riko include Nao, Sumire, Honoka, Miyu, Kaede.

What names go well with Riko?

Japanese names that pair well with Riko include Hana, Akira, Kenji, Emi, Ren.