Maiko
Maiko is a girl baby name. Ranked #46,878 in the US, popular nicknames include Mai, May, and Maiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Maiko first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 71 babies have been named Maiko in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Maiko is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #46,878 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #46,878
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Also a Boy Name
Maiko is also used as a boy name, ranked #22579.
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About the Name Maiko
Maiko is a girl name .
Is Maiko a boy or girl name? Maiko is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #46,878 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #22,579. Maiko is more commonly used as a boy name.
Maiko is currently ranked #46,878 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Maiko include Mai, May, and Maiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis