Hiroko
Meaning of Hiroko
Hiroko is a female name of Japanese origin. It is pronounced as hee-ROH-koh (/hiːˈroːko/) in Japanese. This name has variations such as Hiro and Hiroshi. In the United States, the popularity of the name Hiroko has fluctuated over the years. In recent decades, it has been less commonly used, but in earlier years, it had moderate popularity. It ranked as low as 19th in 1919 and reached its highest rank of 5th in 1944 and 1977. The associations with this name may include qualities such as strength, resilience, and gracefulness often associated with Japanese culture.
Pronunciation
Japanese
- Pronunced as hee-ROH-koh (/hiːˈroːko/)
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Similar Names to Hiroko
Notable People Named Hiroko
| Hiroko Yakushimaru is a Japanese actress and singer. |
| Hiroko Shimabukuro, known as Hiro, is a Japanese singer who gained fame as a member of the girl group Speed before launching a successful solo career in 1999. |
| Hiroko Matsumoto was a pioneering Japanese model who made a significant impact in the fashion industry during the 1960s. |
| Hiroko Kasahara is a multi-talented Japanese artist known for her work as a voice actress, J-pop singer, and stage actress, with notable contributions to video game and visual novel soundtracks. |
| Hiroko Yamashita is a Japanese actress known for her work in film and television. |
| Hiroko Hara, now Hiroko Friend-Lomans, is a Japanese former professional tennis player. |
| Hiroko Hayashi is a multi-talented Japanese actress, singer, and tarento. |
| Hiroko Takahashi is a Japanese cross-country skier who participated in three events at the 1972 Winter Olympics. |
