Kuniko

The Meaning & Origin of the Name Kuniko

Gender Girl
Origin Japanese
Letters 6
Syllables 3
Pronunciation koo-NEE-koh

Kuniko, which has 6 letters and 3 syllables, is a female name of Japanese origin.

Meaning of Kuniko

Child from the country

Kuniko is a Japanese name meaning “fortunate child.” It is sometimes written with the characters for “country” and “child” to give the meaning of “child of the nation.”

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Meaning Child from the country
Origin Japanese
Gender Girl
Rarity (US) Rare (Not in top 1000)

Background & History of The Name Kuniko

The name 'Kuniko' is a Japanese given name that can be written using several different kanji characters, resulting in various meanings. One possible kanji combination for 'Kuniko' is "久仁子," where "久" means "long time," "仁" translates to "benevolence" or "humanity," and "子" represents "child." This combination carries the meaning of a child who possesses benevolence or compassion that lasts over a long period of time. Another kanji combination that can be used for 'Kuniko' is "邦子," consisting of "邦," meaning "country" or "home," and "子," again symbolizing "child." This combination gives the name the interpretation of a child born in or associated with one's home country.

In addition, the name 'Kuniko' can also be written in hiragana or katakana, which are phonetic scripts in the Japanese writing system. In hiragana, the name is written as "くにこ," while in katakana, it is represented as "クニコ." Using these scripts does not convey any specific meaning but signifies the pronunciation of the name.

Kuniko is a relatively common name in Japan, and it can be given to both males and females. It often carries a sense of femininity, but it is not exclusively a female name. The popularity of the name has fluctuated over time, influenced by cultural trends and personal preferences. Despite its variations in meaning and writing styles, the name 'Kuniko' holds a cultural significance in Japanese society, representing different traits depending on the chosen kanji characters.

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