Yaeko
Japanese · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Yaeko
Yaeko is a Japanese feminine given name composed of characters that typically mean "branch" (枝) and "child" (子), though character combinations vary; the name's meaning derives from kanji selection and reflects traditional Japanese naming conventions.
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Etymology
Yaeko is a Japanese feminine given name composed of characters that typically mean "branch" (枝) and "child" (子), though character combinations vary; the name's meaning derives from kanji selection and reflects traditional Japanese naming conventions. The name is used exclusively in Japan and has been borne by notable figures in Japanese history and culture, including women from various social backgrounds throughout the Edo period and modern era.
Yaeko currently ranks #3,101 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1922.
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