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Setsuko
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- Name
- Setsuko
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The first name Setsuko is a female name, which can be translated as 'Child of this time'. It is composed of the Japanese elements setsu (節), meaning 'occasion, event, time', and ko (子), meaning 'child'.
What does the name Setsuko mean?
Setsuko is a female first name that translates to 'Child of this time'. It derives from the Japanese words setsu (節) for 'occasion, event, time' and ko (子) for 'child'.
Where does the name Setsuko come from?
The name Setsuko has its roots in the Japanese language and carries the meaning 'Child of this time'.
How do you pronounce Setsuko?
Set-sku
Popularity
In Germany, Setsuko is a rather rare name. In 2016, it ranked 4,471st in the list of the most common female baby names. In the last ten years, Setsuko has been used as a first name fewer than 10 times, placing it 9,317th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 11,574th. The worldwide popularity and frequency of Setsuko is reflected in its rankings in the name charts of various countries.
Nicknames & pet names
Setski
Famous people
- Setsuko (character from the animated film 'Grave of the Fireflies')
Frequently asked questions about the name Setsuko
Where does the name Setsuko come from?
The name Setsuko has its roots in the Japanese language and is written in Kanji.
What does the name Setsuko mean?
Setsuko translates to 'Child of this time' and is composed of the words setsu for 'occasion, event, time' and ko for 'child'.
How popular is the name Setsuko?
Setsuko is a traditional Japanese name, but its popularity can vary as it is less commonly used outside of Japan.