Find out how popular the first name Akane has been for the last 42 years (from 1982 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Akane by gender

Based on the last 42 years of data, Akane is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 10 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Akane.

The history of the first name Akane

The name Akane originates from Japanese and has its roots in the Heian period (794-1185 CE). It is derived from the combination of the Japanese words "aka" meaning "red" and "ne" meaning "root" or "origin". The name can be interpreted to mean "deep red" or "brilliant red".

In ancient Japanese culture, the color red held great significance and was associated with strong emotions, passion, and vitality. The name Akane may have been given to children in hopes of bestowing upon them these qualities or as a reflection of their vibrant personalities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Akane can be found in the ancient Japanese literary work "The Tale of Genji" written in the early 11th century by the renowned author Murasaki Shikibu. In this classic work, Akane is mentioned as the name of a minor character.

Throughout Japanese history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Akane. Akane Yamaguchi (1884-1976) was a pioneering Japanese educator and feminist who fought for women's rights and educational reforms in the early 20th century.

Akane Tendo is a fictional character from the popular anime and manga series "Ranma ½" created by Rumiko Takahashi in the late 1980s. She is one of the main characters and serves as a love interest for the protagonist.

Akane Hosoyamada (born 1982) is a Japanese voice actress known for her roles in various anime series, including as the voice of Hatsune Miku in the Vocaloid software.

Akane Yamaguchi (born 1986) is a Japanese professional wrestler who has competed in various promotions, including World Wonder Ring Stardom and Sendai Girls' Pro Wrestling.

Akane Omae (born 1989) is a Japanese actress and model who has appeared in numerous television dramas, films, and stage productions in Japan.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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