Origin:Japanese
Meaning:Star; Moon; Bright; Light; Red jewel
Akari is a gender-neutral name that can give your bundle of joy plenty of inspiration throughout their life. Depending on which kanji is used to write it, this name can have a variety of meanings to brighten up baby’s future. One of the most popular meanings is “star,” giving your little one a celestial aesthetic to help them look to the sky for encouragement. Some other meanings include “moon,” “bright,” “light,” and “red jewel,” which are sure to have a shimmering effect on your little one’s confidence. Many people have carried the name Akari with pride over the years, including actresses, singers, athletes, and even manga characters. You can make sure baby’s light never dims out with the name Akari!

Akari Name Popularity Data

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#4486
in 2022
+ 423
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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