Teruko
Pronunciation: [ t-EHR-ook-oh ]
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Teruko first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 21 babies have been named Teruko in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Teruko is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #17,281 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #17,281
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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About the Name Teruko
Teruko is a girl name .
Teruko is currently ranked #17,281 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Teruko include Ter, Teru, Teruy, Teruie, Tey, Teie, and Terkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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