What is the meaning behind Hello Kitty’s name?

The name “Hello Kitty” was coined by Yuko Shimizu, the designer of the character, to promote social communication. However, there are some theories that suggest a darker meaning behind the name. According to one theory, the name “Hello Kitty” actually means “Hello, Demon” in Chinese, and the character is based on the sad story of a little girl with cancer . However, this theory is not supported by Sanrio, the company that created Hello Kitty .