How Many People Are Named Aki?

Complete statistics for the name Aki: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Aki
Very Rare
Japanese

Aki means 'blossom' in Japanese, making it a sweet and rare choice for parents. Only 1 in 552,223 Americans share this unique name, with around 598 people living today. The majority, 62%, are under 30, showing its status as a modern, trendy pick.

~815
Living in US
1 in 406,686
Americans
2016
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Blossom
🌐
Origin
Japanese
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 3
Personality Traits
Hopeful Optimistic Energetic
3
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 3 are known for their ability to inspire and motivate others.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

54,276
Worldwide Bearers
#17,228
Global Rank
🇯🇵 Japan
26,041
🇫🇮 Finland
8,587
🇮🇳 India
5,461
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
2,566
🇺🇸 United States
1,497
🇮🇩 Indonesia
1,286
🇳🇬 Nigeria
1,210
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
849
🇲🇰 North Macedonia
726
🇺🇿 Uzbekistan
485

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
355 (59%)
♀ Female
243 (41%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 25
377
Would be under 30 (62%)
236
Would be 30–60 (38%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 613 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2016

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
82
Classic Feel
17
Modern Appeal
100
International
99

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Aki Through the Generations

Aki has seen steady growth since its peak in 2016 when 22 babies were given this name. Today, the average age of those named Aki is 25, indicating a younger demographic. With 377 under 30 and just 236 aged between 30 and 60, it's clear that Aki is favored among the younger generation, reflecting its modern appeal.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 5

✨ Similar Names to Aki

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Aki's Japanese roots

📄 About the Name Aki

How Many People Have the Name Aki?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 815 people in the United States currently share the name Aki. That works out to roughly 1 in every 406,686 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Aki a Common or Rare Name?

Aki is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Aki Mean?

Aki means "blossom" and comes from Japanese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Aki in SSA data, approximately 59% are male and 41% are female.

When Was Aki Most Popular?

The name Aki reached peak popularity in 2016, with 22 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Aki?

Approximately 815 people named Aki live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 815. That works out to roughly 1 in 406,686 Americans.

Is Aki a rare name?

Aki is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 406,686 Americans has this name.

What does the name Aki mean?

Aki means "blossom" and comes from Japanese origins.

Is Aki more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 59% of people named Aki are male and 41% are female.

When was Aki most popular?

Aki peaked in 2016 with 22 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US815
All-Time Births815
1 in X1 in 406,686
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age25
Peak Year2016
World Rank#17,228
Male %59%
Female %41%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.