Meaning and history
Ayako is a Japanese name formed from 彩 (aya) meaning “colour,” 綾 (aya) meaning “design,” or 絢 (aya) meaning “brilliant fabric design” or “kimono design,” combined with 子 (ko) meaning “child”; other kanji combinations are also possible.
In 2019, 5 babies were recorded with the name Ayako, ranking #15,539 among girls.