Akira vs Willis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Akira

Boy #2,515 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"bright, clear, luminous"

Origin: Japanese

Japanese American International

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Boy #2,686 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

English American African-American

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Akira Rank #2,515

Willis Rank #2,686

Akira is more popular, ranked #2515 vs #2686 for Willis.

Is Akira or Willis more popular?

Akira is more popular, ranked #2515 compared to Willis at #2686 in the United States.

What do Akira and Willis mean?

Akira means "bright, clear, luminous" (Japanese origin). Willis means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Akira and Willis boy or girl names?

Akira is primarily a boy name. Willis is primarily a boy name.