Declining since 2009, #11,932 for girls today.
Popularity of Akirah since 1993
Babies named Akirah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 53 |
| 2000s | 220 |
| 2010s | 185 |
| 2020s | 53 |
Meaning & origin
Akirah is a rare name with a dual cultural heritage, possibly drawing from Arabic or Japanese roots. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1993, a relatively recent addition to the naming landscape. The name reached its peak popularity in 2009, but has since been in decline, as indicated by its falling trajectory. In 2025, approximately 1 in 229,610 newborns were named Akirah, placing it at rank 11,932 for the year. This scarcity makes it an uncommon choice, appealing to parents seeking a distinct name with multicultural echoes.
Akirah is a name of uncertain derivation. It may be a feminine form of the Arabic name Akir, which has roots meaning 'to reward' or 'to compensate'. Alternatively, it could be a variant spelling of the Japanese name Akira, which means 'bright' or 'clear'. The name first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1993 and saw modest usage, peaking in 2009.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Aki, Kira
Sibling names for Akirah
Names that share Akirah's style, for a brother or sister.
