Reiko

Reiko is a feminine given name of Japanese origin. It is used in Japan and among people of Japanese heritage around the world, and it can be rendered with various kanji that yield different nuances and meanings.

The name can be written with different kanji characters, which gives it a range of possible meanings. Common forms include 玲子 (tinkling jade, child), 麗子 (beautiful or lovely child), 怜子 (wise or compassionate child), and 礼子 (courtesy or etiquette child). The suffix 子 (ko) is a traditional and widely used ending in Japanese female names.

Notable people with the name include Reiko Ike, a Japanese actress and singer known for her work in the pink film genre during the 1970s, and Reiko Aylesworth, an American actress recognized for her role on the television series 24. The name Reiko is associated with a range of individuals in entertainment and public life, reflecting its ongoing presence in Japanese naming practices.