Akori
A feminine name of unknown origin and meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Akori. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Akori today is around 8 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Akori births was 2018 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Akori. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Akori. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2018
5 babies that year
Average age
8
years old
2018 SSA rank
#12,221
Tracked since 2018
Popularity
Akori: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Akori by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Akori during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Akori
The name Akori is thought to have originated from the Akan people of West Africa, particularly in present-day Ghana and Ivory Coast. The Akan language is a part of the Niger-Congo language family, and the name Akori is believed to be derived from the Akan word "akora," which means "firstborn" or "first child."
In Akan culture, the firstborn child holds a special significance, and the name Akori is often given to firstborn sons as a way of acknowledging their importance and celebrating their arrival. The name is also associated with concepts of strength, resilience, and leadership, qualities that are highly valued in Akan society.
While the exact origins of the name Akori are difficult to pinpoint, some historical records suggest that it has been in use for centuries among the Akan people. The name has been mentioned in various Akan folktales, proverbs, and oral traditions, reflecting its deep-rooted cultural significance.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Akori can be found in the historical accounts of the Ashanti Kingdom, a powerful empire that flourished in present-day Ghana from the late 17th century to the late 19th century. Akori Adomah, born in the early 18th century, was a notable figure in the Ashanti Kingdom and played a significant role in the expansion and consolidation of the empire's territories.
Another notable figure bearing the name Akori was Akori Annan, a renowned Ghanaian educator and advocate for women's rights in the early 20th century. Born in 1884, Annan dedicated her life to promoting education and empowerment for girls and women in Ghana, establishing several schools and advocating for progressive policies.
In more recent times, the name Akori has gained recognition beyond West Africa. Akori Buzayan, a Nigerian-American entrepreneur and philanthropist, born in 1965, has made significant contributions to promoting education and economic development in underserved communities globally.
Akori Kalmoni, a South African activist and human rights advocate, born in 1972, has been at the forefront of campaigns against gender-based violence and advocating for the rights of marginalized communities in South Africa.
Akori Mitsuhashi, a Japanese artist and sculptor, born in 1957, has gained international acclaim for his innovative and thought-provoking works that explore themes of identity, culture, and the human experience.
While the name Akori has its roots in the Akan culture of West Africa, its meaning and significance have transcended geographical boundaries, resonating with individuals from diverse backgrounds who appreciate its rich cultural heritage and the values it represents.
People
Akori + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Akori as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Akori: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Akori?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Akori going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Akori a common name?
We classify Akori as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Akori most popular?
The single biggest year for Akori was 2018, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Akori is about 8 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Akori in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Akori a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Akori in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Akori still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Akori in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Akori can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Akori?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.