How Many People Are Named Akihiro?

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

Akihiro
Very Rare
Japanese

Akihiro means 'bright future' in Japanese, making it a name full of promise. Only 1 in 9,159,947 Americans share this rare moniker, with just 36 people named Akihiro alive today. The majority, 43%, are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.

~36
Living in US
1 in 9,159,947
Americans
1991
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Bright future
🌐
Origin
Japanese
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 8
Personality Traits
Hopeful Energetic Determined
8
Life Path Number

Life-path number 8 symbolizes power, authority, and success.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

106,035
Worldwide Bearers
#9,665
Global Rank
🇯🇵 Japan
104,986
🇺🇸 United States
418
🇹🇭 Thailand
243
🇧🇷 Brazil
160
🇩🇪 Germany
26
🇵🇭 Philippines
24
🇨🇦 Canada
19
🇨🇳 China
19
🇬🇧 England
18
🇲🇾 Malaysia
15

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
36 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 28
16
Would be under 30 (43%)
21
Would be 30–60 (57%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 37 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: 1991

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
37
Classic Feel
24
Modern Appeal
96
International
99

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

📜 Akihiro Through the Generations

Akihiro saw its peak popularity in 1991 with six births, but it's remained stable since then. Today, there are 36 people named Akihiro in the United States, with most falling within the 30-60 age range. This distribution suggests it's a name that's been embraced by newer generations, with 16 individuals under 30 and none over 60.

✨ Similar Names to Akihiro

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Akihiro's Japanese roots

📄 About the Name Akihiro

How Many People Have the Name Akihiro?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 36 people in the United States currently share the name Akihiro. That works out to roughly 1 in every 9,159,947 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Akihiro a Common or Rare Name?

Akihiro 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 Akihiro Mean?

Akihiro means "bright future" and comes from Japanese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Akihiro in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Akihiro Most Popular?

The name Akihiro reached peak popularity in 1991, with 6 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 Akihiro?

Approximately 36 people named Akihiro live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 37. That works out to roughly 1 in 9,159,947 Americans.

Is Akihiro a rare name?

Akihiro is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 9,159,947 Americans has this name.

What does the name Akihiro mean?

Akihiro means "bright future" and comes from Japanese origins.

Is Akihiro more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Akihiro are male and 0% are female.

When was Akihiro most popular?

Akihiro peaked in 1991 with 6 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 US36
All-Time Births37
1 in X1 in 9,159,947
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age28
Peak Year1991
World Rank#9,665
Male %100%
Female %0%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.