What Does the Name Akio Mean
The name Akio comes from Japanese roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Akio below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Akio Name Meaning
JapaneseFrom Japanese 昭 (aki) meaning "bright, luminous" combined with 夫 (o) meaning "man, husband", 男 (o) meaning "male" or 雄 (o) meaning "hero, manly". Other kanji combinations are possible.
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What does the name Akio mean?
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Is Akio a boy or girl name?
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