Tsuneko is a Japanese female given name that holds significant cultural and historical importance. Its origin can be traced back to the era of the ancient Japanese poetry anthology "Manyoshu," compiled in the 8th century.
The name Tsuneko consists of two kanji characters: "Tsune" (常) which means "constant" or "permanent," and "Eko" (恵子), a combination of "Ei" (栄) meaning "prosperous" or "flourishing," and "Ko" (子) meaning "child." Thus, Tsuneko can be interpreted as "constant prosperity child."
Throughout history, there have been notable figures with the name Tsuneko. One famous example is Tsuneko Sasamoto, a Japanese-American journalist who played a crucial role in documenting the atomic bombing of Hiroshima during World War II.
While Tsuneko may not be one of the most popular names in Japan today, its rich historical background and meaningful interpretation continue to make it an attractive choice for parents seeking a name that embodies cultural heritage and positive connotations.
The statistics provided show the annual occurrences of the name Tsuneko in the United States from 1914 to 1930. During this period, the name appeared consistently, with an average of 5 births per year. There was a slight increase in popularity between 1929 and 1930, with 7 births recorded in 1930 compared to the usual 5 births in the preceding years.
Over the entire span of these seven years, there were a total of 43 babies named Tsuneko born in the United States. This indicates that while not exceptionally common, the name Tsuneko was present and recognizable during this era. It's fascinating to observe the steady presence of this unique name over the course of these years.