Unisex Name
Akira
ä.kʲi.ɾä
Overview
Gender
masculine & feminine
Origin
Categories
Aria characters
Astral Chain characters
authors
autumn
Boyfriend to Death characters
City Hunter characters
clarity
colors
currently out of the US top 1000
directors
Writing Systems
あきらJapanese Hiragana
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
83/100
wholesome65%
strong80%
refined80%
strange80%
serious80%
Meaning & Etymology
The name Akira originates from Japanese, with meanings such as 'bright' (昭), 'bright' (明), or 'clear' (亮). It can also be formed using other kanji characters that share the same pronunciation. The name is versatile and has been used in various contexts, including notable historical figures and modern cultural references.
Etymology
Original Form:
Japanese
Evolution:
The name has maintained its core meanings of brightness and clarity over time, with variations in kanji usage.
Source:
Japanese language and cultural history