Yumiko

A vibrant Japanese name with an adventurous meaning, Yumiko is a popular name in Japan. It has a range of meanings, including "arrow child", "permeance and beauty child", and "evening beauty child".

In terms of real-world usage, Yumiko is borne by actress and model Yumiko Shaku, manga artist and creator of Candy Candy Yumiko Ingarashi, and dancer and costume designer Yumiko Takeshima, who owns a dancewear company, named simply YUMIKO.

The name might also be familiar to anime, manga, and comic book fans, having featured in Battle Royale, The Walking Dead, Sailor Moon, and Hellsing.

Pronounced yoo-MEE-koh.

As of October 2026, Yumiko ranked #5400 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #5210 in 1977.