What origin is the name Kotoko?

Kotoko comes from Japanese naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good brother names for Kotoko?

Names from the same japanese tradition pair naturally with Kotoko — for example Kenji, Ren, Hiro. You can browse more on our japanese names page.

Kotoko

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Kotoko

Kotoko

Girl

Japanese

3 syllables

Kotoko (ことこ) is a Japanese girl's name meaning "From Japanese 'koto' (ancient/noble) and 'ko' (child). Meaning: Ancient child or noble child. A feminine name denoting refinement.".

The meaning of Kotoko is "From Japanese 'koto' (ancient/noble) and 'ko' (child). Meaning: Ancient child or noble child. A feminine name denoting refinement." — a girl name of Japanese origin. It has 3 syllables.

Native script: ことこ
Origin: Japanese
Gender: Girl
Syllables: 3

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

From Japanese 'koto' (ancient/noble) and 'ko' (child). Meaning: Ancient child or noble child. A feminine name denoting refinement.

Popularity

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Quick answers about Kotoko

What does Kotoko mean?

Kotoko is a girl name of Japanese origin meaning "From Japanese 'koto' (ancient/noble) and 'ko' (child). Meaning: Ancient child or noble child. A feminine name denoting refinement.".

How popular is Kotoko?

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Brother names that go with Kotoko

Kenji Ren Hiro Kaito Sora Akira

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Name numerology

2is the Chaldean number for Kotoko.

Number 2 is linked with harmony, kindness and cooperation.

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Elizabeth — "Elizabeth comes from the Hebrew Elisheva, meaning 'my God is an oath'. It is the name of John the Baptist's mother." (Hebrew)
Evelyn — "Evelyn comes from an English surname derived from the Norman Aveline, possibly meaning 'wished-for child' or linked to 'hazelnut'." (English)
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