UK boy's name
Akihiro
Vibrant, prosperous; masculine Japanese name meaning "glorious, abundant".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2018. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Akihiro is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Akihiro popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2018 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4749, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2018, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2018 to 2018. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Akihiro is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Akihiro. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2019 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Akihiro ranked #4749 for boys in England and Wales in 2018, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2018, when 3 boys were registered as Akihiro.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Akihiro as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4749
2018
Births in 2018
3
Latest year
Peak year
2018
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Akihiro mean?
The name Akihiro is of Japanese origin, derived from the combination of two words in the Japanese language: "aki" meaning "autumn" or "bright," and "hiro" meaning "generous" or "broad." It is a masculine given name that has been in use for centuries in Japan.
The earliest recorded use of the name Akihiro dates back to the 8th century CE, during the Nara period in Japan. It is believed to have gained popularity as a name for baby boys born during the autumn months, symbolizing the changing of seasons and the beauty of nature.
Throughout Japanese history, several notable figures have borne the name Akihiro. One of the earliest recorded individuals was Akihiro no Yasunori (1059-1144), a prominent samurai and military commander who served under the Minamoto clan during the late Heian period.
Another notable Akihiro was Akihiro Hoshina (1828-1914), a Japanese statesman and diplomat who played a significant role in the Meiji Restoration and the modernization of Japan in the late 19th century.
In the realm of literature, Akihiro Senda (1919-2001) was a celebrated Japanese novelist and poet, known for his lyrical prose and exploration of human emotions.
The world of sports has also seen its share of notable Akihiros, such as Akihiro Endoh (born 1978), a former professional baseball player who played for the Orix BlueWave and Yakult Swallows in Japan's Nippon Professional Baseball league.
Lastly, Akihiro Miwa (born 1979) is a contemporary Japanese actor and singer who has gained recognition for his roles in various television dramas and films.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Akihiro throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of Japan.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Akihiro by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Akihiro was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4749 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Akihiro: questions and answers
How popular is the name Akihiro in the UK right now?
In 2018, Akihiro was ranked #4749 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Akihiro most popular?
The peak year on record was 2018, with 3 babies registered as Akihiro in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Akihiro?
Vibrant, prosperous; masculine Japanese name meaning "glorious, abundant".
How many people are called Akihiro in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Akihiro across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.