Akari Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-KAH-ree / ɑːˈkɑːriJapanese; Sanskrit
Meaning
Japanese: bright; clear; Sanskrit: light
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japanese culture, Akari is often associated with brightness and clarity, reflecting positive attributes. In Sanskrit, the name signifies light, symbolizing knowledge and enlightenment.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Akary
- Akarie
International Variants
- Akari (Japanese)
- Akar (Sanskrit)
Famous people named Akari
Akari Yoshida — Japanese artist.
Akari Nakano — Japanese voice actress.
Fictional characters named Akari
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Akari was first seen in the United States in 2002. Akari has ranked as high as #1268 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Florida, North Carolina, Georgia, Texas, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Akari has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Akari (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 9 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| OH | 8 | |
| GA | 5 | |
| IL | 5 | |
| MD | 5 | |
| TX | 5 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 27 |
| 2014 | 24 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2017 | 33 |
| 2018 | 40 |
| 2019 | 50 |
| 2020 | 57 |
| 2021 | 53 |
| 2022 | 71 |
| 2023 | 108 |
| 2024 | 104 |