Mariko
Mariko is a boy baby name. Ranked #18,707 in the US, popular nicknames include Mar, May, and Marie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Mariko first appeared in US Social Security records in 1986.
Over 6 babies have been named Mariko in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mariko is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #18,707 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #18,707
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Mariko is also used as a girl name, ranked #17136.
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About the Name Mariko
Mariko is a boy name .
Is Mariko a boy or girl name? Mariko is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #18,707 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #17,136. Mariko is more commonly used as a girl name.
Mariko is currently ranked #18,707 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Mariko include Mar, May, Marie, and Mariie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Mariko include Mario, Mariano, Marion, Marius, Marino . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis