Akira: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A luminous name meaning bright and clear, full of vision.
Akira as a Boy Name
- Origin
- Japanese
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #2713
- Peak
- #938 in 1927
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Akira Means
Akira is a boy name of Japanese origin. A luminous name meaning bright and clear, full of vision.
How Popular Akira Is
Akira currently ranks #2713 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #938 in 1927. It is rising.
Good to Know About Akira
- At its most popular, Akira reached #938 in the U.S. in 1927.
- Akira has been gaining popularity in recent years.
- Akira is a name from the Japanese naming tradition.
Akira as a Unisex Name
- Origin
- Japanese
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #2713
- Peak
- #938 in 1927
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Akira Means
Akira is a unisex name of Japanese origin. Bright and clear, illuminating the path ahead.
How Popular Akira Is
Akira currently ranks #2713 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #938 in 1927. It is rising.
Good to Know About Akira
- At its most popular, Akira reached #938 in the U.S. in 1927.
- Akira has been gaining popularity in recent years.
- Akira is a name from the Japanese naming tradition.
Names Like Akira
Other Japanese names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Akira
Japanese names that pair well as a brother or sister to Akira.
Questions About Akira
What does Akira mean?
Akira is a boy name of Japanese origin. A luminous name meaning bright and clear, full of vision.
How popular is Akira?
Akira currently ranks #2713 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #938 in 1927. It is rising.
Where does Akira come from?
Akira comes from Japanese roots. At its most popular, Akira reached #938 in the U.S. in 1927.
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