Akemi
Akemi is a girls' name of Japanese origin meaning “bright and beautiful.” Akemi pairs 'ake' (bright/dawn) with 'mi' (beauty), evoking the beauty of first light.
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how do you pronounce Akemi?
ah-KEH-mee
more about Akemi
It reflects the Japanese aesthetic tradition of finding beauty in natural phenomena and fleeting moments.
who are famous people named Akemi?
- Akemi Homura (iconic character from Puella Magi Madoka Magica)
- Akemi Takada (renowned Japanese anime character designer)
what names go well with Akemi?
Sibling names that share Akemi's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Akemi
What does the name Akemi mean?
Akemi means “bright and beautiful”.
What is the origin of the name Akemi?
Akemi comes from the Japanese naming tradition.
How popular is the name Akemi?
Akemi has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Akemi a boy or girl name?
Akemi is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Akemi?
Akemi is pronounced ah-KEH-mee, with 3 syllables.
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