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Unisex Name

Akira

"Bright, clear, intelligent, dawn"

About the Name Akira

Meaning

Bright, clear, intelligent, dawn

Origin

Japanese

Gender

Unisex

First Letter

A

Akira is a unisex name of Japanese origin. The name means "Bright, clear, intelligent, dawn" and has been used throughout history. It is commonly used for both boys and girls. Browse more names starting with A or explore other Japanese names.

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Popularity Over Time

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1950
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1960
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1970
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1980
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1990
#350
2000
#280
2010
#400
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Akira

  • AK Akira Kurosawa
  • AT Akira Toriyama

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Girl

Love child, beloved, little loved one

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Girl

Walk, progress, pace, step

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Quick Facts

Syllables
3
Letters
5
Starts with
A
Origin
Japanese

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