Misako

“Beautiful Child”

Japan origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1639US 2023

561Births / yr

→Stable

85All-time births

📅 Since 191700

How to pronounce Misako

MEE·zuk·OH

/ˈmiː.zək.ˈoʊ/ · stress on MEE · 3 syllables

“Beautiful Child”

Japan origin · Girl name

What does Misako mean and where does it come from?

Misako (美佐子) is a female name of Japanese origin. The 'mi' (美) means 'beautiful,' and 'sako' (佐子) can mean 'child' or can be a suffix denoting a child in a familial context. Misako is a name often given to girls in Japan, conveying beauty and familial love. Notable individuals with this name include

Cultural significance

Misako has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Japan-speaking communities, where it reflects values of beautiful child.

Peak popularity

Reached #2904 in 1923 — currently #1639 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Misako?

Misako works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Misako Grace

How popular is Misako right now?

Holding steady — currently #1639 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1920–2023#1639 · Top 1.2%

1920

1925

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1639	561	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2022	#1644	541	▲ up 5 · +6% births
2021	#1649	511	▲ up 3776 · +10120% births
1925	#5425	5	▼ down 1519 · -37% births
1920	#3906	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Misako

Best Year2023Rank #1639

Peak Count561

Average Rank#2853

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1920 - 20235 years

The story of Misako

Misako entered American naming records in 1917 and has been in use for over 107 years. With 85 total births recorded, Misako remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3906 in 1920 to #1639 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Misako in 1923:

Mary Dorothy Helen Margaret Betty

Misako by decade

Misako peaked in the 1920s. See all 1920s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	13
1920s ★	67
1930s	5

💎Misako has only 85 total recorded births since 1917 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Misako?

Common

MisMisieMisyAko

What names sound and feel like Misako?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Misako also consider these

Minako

Japan · 美奈子 (Beauty, New

Japanese · beautiful night child

Misao

Japan · Japanese

Masako

Japan · air, breeze, child

Hinako

Japan · Child of the

Common questions about the name Misako

What does the name Misako mean?

Misako means "Beautiful Child" — a name rooted in Japan tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Misako?

Misako is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Misako?

Misako originates from Japan tradition. Japan names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Misako?

Misako is a three-syllable name pronounced M IY1 Z AH0 K OW1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Misako?

Misako pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Japan heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.