girl name · Japanese origin
Akari
/ ah-KAH-ree /
Meaning
Akari means Light, brightness (Japanese).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Japanese
Pronunciation
ah-KAH-ree
Popularity
#1881 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Akari in the US, 1880–2025
Akari first appears in US records in 1990. It peaked in 2023, when 111 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 104.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Akari mean?
Akari is commonly written with kanji meaning “light” or “brightness.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Akari mean?
Akari means Light, brightness. Akari is commonly written with kanji meaning “light” or “brightness.”
What is the origin of the name Akari?
Akari is of Japanese origin.
How do you pronounce Akari?
Akari is pronounced “ah-KAH-ree.”
Is Akari a boy or a girl name?
Akari is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Akari?
In 2025, Akari ranked #1881 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Akari most popular?
Akari was most popular in 2023, when about 111 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.