Aiko vs Shem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aiko

Boy #10,540 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"child of love"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#10,540
Total SSA Count
8
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Shem

Boy #6,712 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"reputation, legacy"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Jewish Biblical

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,712
Total SSA Count
13
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Aiko Rank #10,540
Shem Rank #6,712

Shem is more popular, ranked #6712 vs #10540 for Aiko.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aiko or Shem more popular?

Shem is more popular, ranked #6712 compared to Aiko at #10540 in the United States.

What do Aiko and Shem mean?

Aiko means "child of love" (Japanese origin). Shem means "reputation, legacy" (Hebrew origin).

Are Aiko and Shem boy or girl names?

Aiko is primarily a boy name. Shem is primarily a boy name.

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