Yasuko is a Japanese feminine given name. Like many Japanese names, its meaning depends on the kanji (Chinese characters) chosen to write it. Common combinations include those using the characters yasu (靖 meaning "peaceful"), yasu (泰 also "peaceful"), or yasu (康 "peaceful, healthy") paired with ko (子 "child"). Other kanji combinations are possible, making Yasuko a classic "-ko" name (ending in 子).