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Akane

“Deep red” — Japanese

GirlJapanese3 syllables

About Akane

Akane appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records. Akane has Japanese origin. The name is commonly interpreted as "deep red, dye from the rubia plant."

Quick Facts

GenderGirl
OriginJapanese
Pronunciationuh-KAH-nay
Syllables3

Nicknames for Akane

AkieAky

Popularity in the U.S.

Akane is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 girls..

Trend chart unavailable for this name right now.

Middle Name Ideas

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  • Akane June

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Akane mean?

Akane is commonly linked to the meaning Deep red and is associated with Japanese roots.

Is Akane a popular baby name in the U.S.?

Yes. Akane is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 girls..

How is Akane pronounced?

A common pronunciation is uh-KAH-nay.

What are common nicknames for Akane?

Popular nicknames include Akie, Aky.