Zuko
Fact sheet
- Name
- Zuko
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
- 2
The first name Zuko has its origin in Chinese. It is directly translated as 'the ancestor grave robber' or 'the enemy of the grandfather'.
What does the name Zuko mean?
Zuko is a masculine first name that comes from Chinese. Its direct translation is 'the ancestor grave robber' or 'the enemy of the grandfather'. The roots of the name can be found in the Chinese words zǔ (祖) for 'ancestor' or 'forefather', sū (蘇) for 'to regain consciousness' and kē (科) for 'classification' or 'class', as well as kòu (寇) for 'enemy', 'bandit', or 'robber'. In Georgia, there is a variant named Zuko (ზუკო), which is related to the name Zurab and is considered the masculine form of the name Zuka. This boy's name means 'the Red' and derives from the Persian sohr (سهر), which means 'red'. In South Africa, the name is interpreted as 'the Harmonious'.
Where does the name Zuko come from?
The origin of the name Zuko is both Chinese and Persian, with the meaning 'the ancestor grave robber'.
How do you pronounce Zuko?
Zuko is pronounced like 'Zuh-koh'.
Popularity
In Germany, Zuko is a rare first name. In 2021, it ranked 5,195th on the list of the most common male baby names. Its best placement was in 2015, when it ranked 3,972nd. In the last ten years, Zuko has been given as a first name less than 10 times, which earned it the 6,739th place in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 8,037th.
Nicknames & pet names
Zu / Zuki / Zuu / Zuzu
Famous people
- Prince Zuko (firebender, son of the Fire Lord (fictional cartoon character)
- Zuko Dzumhur (writer from Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Frequently asked questions about the name Zuko
What does the name Zuko mean?
Zuko is a masculine first name with Chinese roots, translated as 'the ancestor grave robber' or 'the enemy of the grandfather'. The meaning is composed of various Chinese terms.
Where does the name Zuko come from?
Zuko has both Chinese and Persian origins. In Chinese, it is associated with terms describing ancestors and enemies, while in Persian it is linked to the color red.
How popular is the name Zuko?
The popularity of Zuko varies by region. In Georgia, it is known as a variant of Zurab, while in China and other countries it is less common.