Aki Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationAH-kee / ˈɑːkiJapanese; Finnish
Meaning
Japanese: autumn; Finnish: a form of Aki meaning 'brave'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japanese culture, Aki is often associated with the season of autumn, symbolizing change and maturity. It is a common name for boys in Japan and can also be used for girls. In Finland, Aki is a diminutive of the name Akira, which conveys bravery and strength. The name has gained some recognition outside of its native cultures due to globalization.
Trend Summary
The name Aki has seen limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Akiyoshi
- Akihiko
International Variants
- Aki (Japanese)
- Aki (Finnish)
Famous people named Aki
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aki was first seen in the United States in 1971. Aki has ranked as high as #1347 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Aki has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Aki (2018)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 15 |