Shizuka
Meaning of Shizuka
Shizuka is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It originates from Japan and has a lovely meaning, "quiet" or "calm." The name Shizuka is pronounced as shee-ZOO-kah (/ʃiːˈzuːkə/) in Japanese. An alternative variation of this name is Shizuko. In the United States, the popularity of the name Shizuka has varied over the years. It had occurrences in 7 newborns in 1989 and ranked at 9679th place that year. In previous years, it appeared to be even less common. However, it's important to remember that popularity can change over time, and choosing a unique name like Shizuka can make your child stand out with grace and elegance.
Pronunciation
Japanese
- Pronunced as shee-ZOO-kah (/ʃiːˈzuːkə/)
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Notable People Named Shizuka
| Shizuka Itō is a Japanese voice actress and singer known for her roles in various anime series, winning a "Best Actress in Supporting Roles" award at the 10th Seiyu Awards. |
| Shizuka Arakawa is a retired Japanese figure skater who won the 2006 Olympic and 2004 World championships, making her the first Japanese skater to win an Olympic gold medal in figure skating. |
| Shizuka Kimura, also known as Shizuka Kudo, is a Japanese singer and actress who gained fame as a member of Onyanko Club before pursuing a successful solo career with 11 number-one hits. |
| Shizuka Gozen, also known as Lady Shizuka, was a prominent figure in Japanese history and literature as a shirabyōshi and the mistress of Minamoto no Yoshitsune, with her story being featured in various literary works. |
| Shizuka Narahara is a Japanese former table tennis player who survived the atomic bombing of Hiroshima in 1945. |
