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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Commonly glossed as 'bright man', though the precise meaning depends on the kanji used
- Origin
- Japanese
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- AH-kee-oh
Akio is a Japanese boy's name, pronounced AH-kee-oh. It's commonly glossed as 'bright man,' though the precise meaning depends on which kanji are used to write it. It carries a global, clean, modern feel for parents drawn to names with roots outside the most familiar naming traditions.
Meaning & Origin of Akio
Meaning: Commonly glossed as 'bright man', though the precise meaning depends on the kanji used.
Origin: Japanese.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Akio
AH-kee-ohIPA /ˈɑːkioʊ/
Popularity of Akio
SSA records for Akio run from 1919 to 2024. The name hit its peak in 1927, ranked #1799 with 19 babies given the name, and by 2024 sat at #4060 with 26 babies.
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FAQ
What does the name Akio mean?
Commonly glossed as ‘bright man’, though the precise meaning depends on the kanji used. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Akio?
Akio is pronounced AH-kee-oh (IPA: /ˈɑːkioʊ/).
Is Akio a popular name right now?
Akio peaked at #1799 in 1927 and is ranked #4060 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1919–2024.)
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