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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Light, brightness (meaning varies with the kanji chosen)
- Origin
- Japanese
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- ah-KAH-ree
Akari is a Japanese girl's name, pronounced ah-KAH-ree. It means light or brightness, though the exact meaning shifts depending on which kanji are chosen to write it. It has a clean, modern feel with a romantic, storybook softness, which suits parents who want something gentle and easy to say.
Meaning & Origin of Akari
Meaning: Light, brightness (meaning varies with the kanji chosen).
Origin: Japanese.
Source: Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Akari
ah-KAH-reeIPA /ɑːˈkɑːri/
Popularity of Akari
Akari ranked #1625 in the U.S. in 2024, with 104 babies given the name. Its highest rank in the 1990-2024 data was #1604 in 2023, when 108 babies were named Akari, so it is close to its peak right now.
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FAQ
What does the name Akari mean?
Light, brightness (meaning varies with the kanji chosen). (Source: Wikipedia)
How do you pronounce Akari?
Akari is pronounced ah-KAH-ree (IPA: /ɑːˈkɑːri/).
Is Akari a popular name right now?
Akari is near its all-time peak (#1604 in 2023), ranked #1625 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1990–2024.)
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