Makiko is a feminine given name of Japanese origin, composed of two elements: "maki" meaning "true" or "sincere", and "ko" which means "child". The name Makiko thus signifies "true child". It has been popular in Japan for generations and is still widely used today. The name has a graceful and elegant sound, reflecting the cultural values of harmony and balance that are prevalent in Japanese culture.
The name Makiko appears to have experienced a resurgence in popularity around the late 1970s, with a notable spike in birth registrations between 1972 and 1978.