Ethan Hawkins

By Ethan Hawkins
Naming Trends Analyst

Updated on September 06, 2024

Naoko

US Popularity Rank: 10584

Origin: Japanese

Meaning: Direct child

Naoko is a Japanese girl’s name meaning “direct child.” Its meaning can change depending on which Japanese characters are used to write it, and there are many other kanji combinations. If you feel like baby is like a special delivery coming direct to your door or you want to honor Japanese heritage, Naoko could be the perfect pick. One famous bearer of this charming moniker is Naoko Mori, a Japanese actress known for various roles on the silver screen. Surely, little Naoko will pave their way into everyone’s heart, just like a beloved movie star.

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