Minako
Meaning of Minako
Minako is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It originates from Japan and carries a lovely meaning of "beautiful child" or "child of the harbor." In Japanese, it is pronounced as mee-NAH-koh (/miˈnɑːko/). This name has a gentle and graceful sound, making it an excellent choice for parents who want to give their daughter an elegant and sophisticated name. While not very common in the United States, with only 6 occurrences in 2017, Minako has been growing in popularity over the years. It reached its peak in 2002 with 7 occurrences, ranking at number 12,186. If you are looking for a name that is both exotic and enchanting, Minako may be the perfect choice for your little one.
Pronunciation
Japanese
- Pronunced as mee-NAH-koh (/miˈnɑːko/)
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Notable People Named Minako
| Minako Kotobuki is a Japanese actress and singer known for her role as Tsumugi Kotobuki in the anime series K-On! and as a member of the music group Sphere. |
| Minako Honda, a Japanese idol and musical singer, made her debut in 1985 with the single "Satsui no Vacance". |
| Minako Shiba was a renowned Japanese animator, character designer, and illustrator known for her work on popular animated series like Hikaru no Go, Black Butler, and Yowamushi Pedal. |
