Keiko is a Japanese feminine given name with the meaning "Blessed, Child." It is derived from various kanji characters, such as "lucky child," "respectful child," "sunlight/view/scenic child," "blessed child," and others. The suffix "ko" denotes that the name is for females. Notable individuals with the name include Keiko Abe, a Japanese composer and percussionist, Keiko Fukuda, a Japanese-born American martial artist, and Keiko Kitagawa, a Japanese model/actress. Fictional characters named Keiko include Keiko O'Brien from Star Trek and Keiko Yukimura from YuYu Hakusho. Additionally, the name Keiko was also given to the orca, or killer whale, who performed in the film Free Willy. Keiko is a popular and meaningful name with a rich history, especially within Japanese culture.
Keiko Agena, born on October 3, 1973, is a well-known American actress recognized for her portrayal of Lane Kim in the popular series Gilmore Girls and as Dr. Edrisa Tanaka in FOX's crime drama Prodigal Son (2019–2021). Agena, of Japanese descent, began her acting career at the age of 10 and gained prominence for her role in Gilmore Girls, despite being older than her character. She has also appeared in various TV shows and movies, including Transformers: Dark of the Moon, Felicity, Kim Possible, and Private Practice. Agena's talents extend to voice acting in video games, and she has received accolades such as the Best Female Actor award at the Ammy Awards. Additionally, she is known for her podcast Drunk Monk, co-hosted with Will S. Choi. Agena's versatility and talent have cemented her as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, and she continues to captivate audiences with her performances on both the small and big screens.
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