Akira Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Akira Name at a Glance

Name	Akira
Meaning	Anchor.
Origin	Scottish
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Akira Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Akira means “Anchor”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Akira Name Origin

Our database records Akira under Scottish origin. Browse more Scottish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Akira a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Akira is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Akira

When considering Akira for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.