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Kiyoko

OriginJapanese
Meaning"clear, pure child; holy child; rejoice child"

About Kiyoko

A bright sounding Japanese name, Kiyoko is notably borne by singer and actress Hayley Kiyoko (Alcroft). It ranked briefly in the US Top 1000 during the 1920s, perhaps influenced by the birth of Princess Kiyoko Asaka in 1919, daughter of Prince Asaka married Princess Fumi, who were members of the Imperial House of Japan.

Pronounced KEE-YO-KO.

As of October 2026, Kiyoko ranked #12573 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #979 in 1921.

Editor's take: The name Kiyoko is a girl's name meaning "clear, pure child; holy child; rejoice child".

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