Akari vs Darlene

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Akari Rank #1,630
Darlene Rank #1,803

Akari is more popular, ranked #1630 vs #1803 for Darlene.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Akari ___

  • Akari James
  • Akari Ren
  • Akari Blue
  • Akari Leon
  • Akari Kai
  • Akari Soren

Darlene ___

  • Darlene Marie
  • Darlene Ann
  • Darlene Jean
  • Darlene Sue
  • Darlene Lynn
  • Darlene Kay

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Akari

Akira Hana Ren Kenji Sora

If you choose Darlene

Charlene Marlene Gary Dennis Cheryl

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Akari or Darlene more popular?

Akari is more popular, ranked #1630 compared to Darlene at #1803 in the United States.

What do Akari and Darlene mean?

Akari means "lamplight, torch" (Japanese origin). Darlene means "darling, dear beloved one" (American English origin).

Are Akari and Darlene boy or girl names?

Akari is primarily a boy name. Darlene is primarily a girl name.

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