Origin and Meaning of Atsuko
Meaning & Origin
Kind Child / Attainable Child
Origin: Japanese - The name Atsuko is derived from the Japanese elements 'atsu' (厚) meaning 'kind' or 'thick' and 'ko' (子) meaning 'child'.
Interesting Facts
- Atsuko is a popular feminine given name in Japan, often given to girls born during the summer or in a warm environment.
- In Japanese culture, names that include 'ko' (子) are traditionally feminine, as 'ko' means 'child'.
- Notable figures with the name Atsuko include Atsuko Maeda, a prominent member of the Japanese idol group AKB48.
- The popularity of the name Atsuko has fluctuated over the decades, particularly during the 1970s and 1980s when it was quite common.
- Variations of the name Atsuko can include Atsumi and Atsuyo, with different characters that might change its meaning slightly.