Tamiko is a Japanese feminine given name, written most commonly with kanji characters such as 多美子 or 民子. As 多美子, it is composed of ta (多, meaning 'many'), mi (美, meaning 'beautiful'), and ko (子, meaning 'child'), thus 'child of many beauties'. The variant 民子 alternatively signifies 'child of the people', with tami (民) meaning 'people' or 'nation'. Other kanji combinations are possible, reflecting the flexible nature of Japanese naming conventions. Variants and Related Names Tamiko has given rise to cross-cultural variants in English-speaking contexts, including Tamika and Tameka, as well as the diminutive Tammy. These forms gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century. Notable Bearers Several notable individuals bear the name Tamiko: Tamiko Jones (born 1945), American singer best known for her 1960s pop hits. Tamiko Thiel (born 1957), American digital artist and pioneer of virtual reality. Tamiko Butler (born 1991), Antiguan cyclist who competed in the 2012 Summer Olympics. Tamiko Nash (born 1979), American actress known for television roles. Tamiko Yasui (born 1942), Japanese fencer and Olympian. Others with the name as a middle name include Baby Pozzi (Maria Tamiko Pozzi; born 1963), an Italian pornographic actress, and Sophie Tamiko Oda (born 1991), a Japanese-American actress. Fictional Appearances In popular culture, Tamiko Ridley is a character from the animated series Inside Job (2021–2022), while the 1965 film A Girl Named Tamiko further contributed to the name's international recognition. Key Facts Meaning: 'child of many beauties' or 'child of the people' Origin: Japanese Type: Feminine given name Usage: Japan, also adopted in English-speaking countries