Teruko
girl nameTeruko entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #1139 in 1927, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
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rank today
#1139
peak (1927)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2458 |
| 1920s | #1857 |
| 1930s | #3412 |
| 1970s | #7428 |
| 1980s | #7409 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Teruko are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Teruko alive today was born around 1925, making them about 100 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Teruko in 2025?
- Teruko is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Teruko most popular?
- Teruko peaked in 1927, reaching #1139 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Teruko with classmates?
- Teruko will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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