Akira

Girl's name

Akira is a Japanese name derived from the elements "aki" meaning "bright" or "clear" and "ra" meaning "good" or "beautiful."

Meaning Bright, clear
Origin Japanese
U.S. births in 2023 272
Peak year 2008

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Akira Kurosawa - Japanese filmmaker known for classic movies.
  • Akira Toriyama - Manga artist, creator of Dragon Ball series.
  • Akira Yoshizawa - Origami master, pioneer of modern origami techniques.

Sisters for Akira

Girl names closely related to Akira

Amia Lana Nadia Geneva Patricia Kristina Magdalena Erica

Brothers for Akira

Boy names closely related to Akira

Alexander Adam Brian Aiden Zackary Noah Evan Donovan

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