Akai Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-KAI / ɑːˈkaɪJapanese; African
Meaning
Japanese: red; African: the one who is strong
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japanese culture, the color red is often associated with happiness and good fortune. The name Akai can be used to signify strength and vitality. In some African cultures, names carry significant meanings related to personal attributes or family heritage. The name reflects a blend of cultural influences.
Similar Names
Variants
- Akay
International Variants
- Akai (Japanese)
- Akay (Turkish)
Famous people named Akai
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Akai was first seen in the United States in 1975. Akai has ranked as high as #1274 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Florida, New York, California, Texas, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Akai has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Akai (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 9 | |
| CA | 7 | |
| TX | 6 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 19 |
| 2012 | 34 |
| 2013 | 36 |
| 2014 | 31 |
| 2015 | 29 |
| 2016 | 36 |
| 2017 | 49 |
| 2018 | 43 |
| 2019 | 62 |
| 2020 | 65 |
| 2021 | 71 |
| 2022 | 90 |
| 2023 | 102 |
| 2024 | 69 |