Akira Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-KEE-rah / ɑːˈkiːrəJapanese
Meaning
bright; clear; intelligent
Historical & Cultural Background
Akira is a unisex name in Japan, commonly given to both boys and girls. It has been used in various cultural contexts, including literature and film. The name gained international recognition through the influential 1988 anime film 'Akira', which showcased Japanese animation and storytelling.
Trend Summary
The name Akira has seen a steady presence in the U.S., particularly among those interested in Japanese culture.
Similar Names
Variants
- Aki
- Kira
International Variants
- Akira (Japanese)
Famous people named Akira
Akira Kurosawa was a renowned Japanese film director known for classics such as 'Seven Samurai'.
Akira Toriyama is a famous Japanese manga artist best known for creating the 'Dragon Ball' series.
Fictional characters named Akira
Akira is the title character in the anime film 'Akira', known for his psychic abilities.
Akira Fudo is the protagonist in the manga and anime series 'Devilman', who transforms into a demon to fight evil.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Akira was first seen in the United States in 1973. Akira has ranked as high as #978 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Akira has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Akira (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 40 | |
| TX | 28 | |
| FL | 19 | |
| NY | 16 | |
| AZ | 12 | |
| IL | 11 | |
| TN | 10 | |
| VA | 10 | |
| PA | 9 | |
| OH | 8 | |
| NC | 8 | |
| WA | 8 | |
| CO | 7 | |
| MO | 7 | |
| GA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 15 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 33 |
| 1983 | 50 |
| 1984 | 32 |
| 1985 | 29 |
| 1986 | 41 |
| 1987 | 34 |
| 1988 | 22 |
| 1989 | 30 |
| 1990 | 47 |
| 1991 | 46 |
| 1992 | 59 |
| 1993 | 69 |
| 1994 | 55 |
| 1995 | 82 |
| 1996 | 92 |
| 1997 | 143 |
| 1998 | 183 |
| 1999 | 179 |
| 2000 | 165 |
| 2001 | 202 |
| 2002 | 242 |
| 2003 | 213 |
| 2004 | 199 |
| 2005 | 229 |
| 2006 | 270 |
| 2007 | 336 |
| 2008 | 424 |
| 2009 | 345 |
| 2010 | 322 |
| 2011 | 275 |
| 2012 | 264 |
| 2013 | 229 |
| 2014 | 233 |
| 2015 | 260 |
| 2016 | 261 |
| 2017 | 251 |
| 2018 | 215 |
| 2019 | 210 |
| 2020 | 205 |
| 2021 | 204 |
| 2022 | 189 |
| 2023 | 247 |
| 2024 | 272 |