Masako

Gender: Female
Origin: Japanese
Meaning: Truth, Elegant, Prosper, Child

What is the meaning of the name Masako?

The name Masako is primarily a female name of Japanese origin that means Truth, Elegant, Prosper, Child.

The name “Masako” (雅子, まさこ) is of Japanese origin and can be composed of different kanji characters, each with its own meaning. Commonly, “Masako” is written with:

– **雅 (masa)**: meaning “elegant,” “graceful,” or “refined.”
– **子 (ko)**: meaning “child” or “daughter.”

So, “Masako” can be interpreted as “elegant child” or “graceful daughter,” reflecting qualities of elegance and refinement. The exact meaning can vary depending on the specific kanji characters used.

Different Spellings of the name Masako:

The name “Masako” can have several different spellings when transliterating from Japanese to the Latin alphabet. Some common variations include:

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These variations generally reflect different approaches to spelling, but the pronunciation remains consistent.