Akio Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAH-kee-oh / ɑːˈkiːoʊJapanese
Meaning
bright man; hero
Historical & Cultural Background
Akio is a traditional Japanese name that has been used for centuries. In Japan, names often carry significant meanings and are chosen based on auspicious qualities. The name Akio reflects positive attributes such as brightness and strength. It is commonly given to boys and has cultural significance in various Japanese literature and media.
Trend Summary
The name Akio has seen moderate popularity in the United States, particularly among families with Japanese heritage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Aki
- Akihiko
International Variants
- Akio (Japanese)
Famous people named Akio
Akio Morita was a co-founder of Sony Corporation and played a key role in the development of consumer electronics.
Akio Toyoda is the president of Toyota Motor Corporation and has been influential in the automotive industry.
Fictional characters named Akio
Akio Ohtori is a character in the anime series 'Revolutionary Girl Utena' and serves as a key antagonist.
Akio is a character in the video game 'Street Fighter' series, known for his fighting skills.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Akio was first seen in the United States in 1919. Akio has ranked as high as #1343 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Hawaii, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Akio has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Akio (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1927 | 19 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 31 |
| 2022 | 31 |
| 2023 | 33 |
| 2024 | 26 |