Comments for the name Naoko

Famous Bearer: Naoko Takeuchi (or Takeushi Naoko).

The character for "nao" means more than just obedient, it also carries the idea of being straight and honest. There's another "nao" kanji that means "noble".

Very aesthetically pleasing. I wouldn't even hesitate to use it as a name for a girl with no Japanese heritage at all. The meaning is also desirable, when you count the other senses besides just "obedient".

Famous bearer - Naoko Mori, the actress who is currently playing "Toshiko Sato" on "Torchwood". She's also a famous musicals actress.

In the manga & TV drama Liar Game, a girl named Naoko Kanzaki is one of the main characters. Her name fits, because her honest personality makes her horrible at playing the devious game.