Akirah
Japanese · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Akirah
The name 'Akirah' is a feminine variant of 'Akira', meaning "bright" or "clear" in Japanese, derived from the Japanese root *aki* (明, bright).
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Etymology
The name 'Akirah' is a feminine variant of 'Akira', meaning "bright" or "clear" in Japanese, derived from the Japanese root *aki* (明, bright). It is primarily used in Japanese culture, with no strong religious association, and gained international recognition through the 1988 anime film *Akira*, though the name itself has no direct historical or religious significance.
Akirah currently ranks #11,983 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2009.
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