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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.

how do you pronounce Akemi?

ah-KEH-mee

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what does Akemi mean?

The name Akemi means “bright and beautiful.” It comes from the Japanese language tradition.

Akemi pairs 'ake' (bright/dawn) with 'mi' (beauty), evoking the beauty of first light. 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)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial

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