What Does the Name Tomoko Mean
The name Tomoko comes from Japanese roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Tomoko below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Tomoko Name Meaning
JapaneseFrom Japanese 智 (tomo) meaning "wisdom, intellect" or 朋 (tomo) meaning "friend" combined with 子 (ko) meaning "child". This name can be formed of other kanji characters as well.
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What does the name Tomoko mean?
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Is Tomoko a boy or girl name?
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