Deep red or brilliant red
In Japanese, Akane typically refers to the madder plant (Rubia cordifolia) and the deep red dye produced from its roots. It is also poetically associated with the brilliant red color of the sky at sunset. The meaning can vary slightly depending on the specific kanji characters used to write it.
About 13 girls were named Akane in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Lead female protagonist and martial artist · Ranma 1/2
Main protagonist and police inspector · Psycho-Pass
Key character in the Zero Escape series · 9 hours, 9 persons, 9 doors
World champion badminton player from Japan
