Akira
Meaning
Bright, clear, ideal.
Origin
Japanese
Pronunciation
/ΙΛΛkiΛrΙ/
Alt. Spellings
Akyra
Traits associated with the name Akira:
Dogs named Akira tend to be loving. This name is also associated with companionship, intelligence, and empathy.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Akira?
That you have an appreciation for Japanese culture and a creative spirit.
Is Akira a good dog name?
Akira has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Akira isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Naming your dog Akira is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.
Popularity: Historical Trend
Akira was, in the past month, the 81st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of November 2024, Akira is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
In general, this name has held steady in popularity with PupNames.com visitors.
In the past week, Akira was viewed 326 times, and liked 1 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Akira's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Akira is most adored in Minnesota, North Dakota and Nevada.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Indiana, Tennessee and Delaware.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Akira.
Most popular breeds named Akira:
- Siberian Husky
- German Shepherd
- Akita Breed
- Chow Chow
- Miniature Pinscher
Akira is found in these categories:
japanese
A popular unisex name and iconic anime film in Japan.
nerdy
This moniker references a cult-classic Japanese anime film.
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