Aiko vs Laina

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aiko

Girl #2,398 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"little one who is loved"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese American Korean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,398
Total SSA Count
76
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ai, Ko

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Laina

Girl #2,281 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright light, torch"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Finnish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,281
Total SSA Count
81
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lai, Lane

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Popularity Comparison

Aiko Rank #2,398
Laina Rank #2,281

Laina is more popular, ranked #2281 vs #2398 for Aiko.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Aiko ___

  • Aiko Marie
  • Aiko Grace
  • Aiko Rose
  • Aiko Elise
  • Aiko June
  • Aiko Pearl

Laina ___

  • Laina Rose
  • Laina Grace
  • Laina Marie
  • Laina Nicole
  • Laina Elizabeth
  • Laina Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Aiko

Keiko Hana Yuki Akira Naomi

If you choose Laina

Mila Nora Cora Stella Lyra

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aiko or Laina more popular?

Laina is more popular, ranked #2281 compared to Aiko at #2398 in the United States.

What do Aiko and Laina mean?

Aiko means "little one who is loved" (Japanese origin). Laina means "bright light, torch" (Greek origin).

Are Aiko and Laina boy or girl names?

Aiko is primarily a girl name. Laina is primarily a girl name.

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