Akio is a unisex Japanese name that has been gaining popularity worldwide. It's composed of two kanji characters, 'Ai' (愛) which means love, and 'Kio' (朗) which signifies brightness or clarity. Thus, the name Akio translates to 'bright love.' This captivating moniker is often chosen by parents who wish for their child to embody these positive traits.
The name Akio experienced varying popularity over the past century with noticeable peaks and valleys. The highest number of births occurred recently, with 33 births recorded in 2023, indicating a current trend towards popularity. However, there were no recorded births between 1921 and 1926, suggesting a period of uncommonness for this name during that time. Overall, Akio has been chosen 523 times as a baby's name since 1919.