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      Meaning of the first name Miyako

      Origin

      Japanese

      Meaning

      Beautiful, City, Child

      Variations

      Mikako, Minako, Misako
      The name Miyako finds its origins in the Japanese language, where it holds multiple meanings including beautiful, city, and child. This name has a rich history that reflects the depth of Japanese culture and traditions. Throughout the years, Miyako has emerged as both a popular given name and a significant term in the domain of Japanese toponyms.

      Historically, Miyako has been used to denote the splendid and picturesque cities of Japan. It was often attached to a specific location, such as Kyoto, to highlight its exquisite beauty and cultural significance. Miyako's association with cities demonstrates the value placed on aesthetic appeal and magnificence in urban landscapes within Japanese society.

      In modern-day usage, Miyako continues to be a favored given name for girls in Japan. The name embodies the admiration for beauty and serves as a testament to the cultural importance of aesthetics. Furthermore, with the growing influence of Japanese culture around the globe, Miyako has gained popularity as a first name in various countries, where it is often chosen for its elegant sound and meaningful associations.

      To summarize, the name Miyako originating from Japanese serves as a symbol of beauty, cities, and children. With historical ties to splendid Japanese cities, this name has evolved in modern times to encompass the aspirations for aesthetic appeal and continues to be cherished as a name of choice both in Japan and globally.

      Based on our records...

      Hori

      Hori

      This is the most common surname associated with Miyako.
      Yoshio

      Yoshio

      This is the most common name of those married to a Miyako.
      Akio

      Akio

      This is the most common name for a child of a Miyako.
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      1926 is when there were the most people born with the first name Miyako.

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