Sparkling, bright, or autumn
In Japanese, the meaning of Aki depends on the kanji used to write it. Common meanings include 'bright' or 'sparkling' (ζ), as well as 'autumn' (η§). It is a versatile name used for both boys and girls in Japan and is often found as a prefix in longer names.
Less common today
Aki isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,455 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
Acclaimed Finnish film director and screenwriter
A high-ranking Devil Hunter Β· Chainsaw Man
Award-winning Japanese-Canadian novelist
American character actor and singer
