Hanako: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: h-ahn-ahk-oh
Origin: Japan
gender-female

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Updated on Jul 08, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: East Asia
Meaning: Of Hanako has origin.

Hanako is a Japanese feminine name that translates to "flower child. " It has a delicate sound and quaint meaning, making it a wonderful choice for nature lovers. The name Hanako symbolizes beauty and grace. Over time, the use of Hanako has evolved, influenced by cultural and literary adaptations.

Hanako Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Hanako is currently #29605 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Hanako is currently #16846 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Hanako is currently #12571 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Hanako is currently #7182 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Hanako is currently #14820 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Hanako is currently #8456 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Hanako is currently #12698 on Kiindred Australian Names

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