Akira vs Susan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Akira

Girl #961 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"brilliant, intelligent"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese American Korean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#961
Total SSA Count
272
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Aki, Kira

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Susan

Girl #1,137 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lily"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,137
Total SSA Count
213
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Sue, Susie, Suze

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Popularity Comparison

Akira Rank #961
Susan Rank #1,137

Akira is more popular, ranked #961 vs #1137 for Susan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Akira ___

  • Akira Jade
  • Akira Rose
  • Akira Lynn
  • Akira Elise
  • Akira Noel
  • Akira Sage

Susan ___

  • Susan Marie
  • Susan Elizabeth
  • Susan Claire
  • Susan Ann
  • Susan Louise
  • Susan Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Akira

Hiro Kenji Yuki Sora Naomi

If you choose Susan

Barbara Linda Patricia Michael David

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Akira or Susan more popular?

Akira is more popular, ranked #961 compared to Susan at #1137 in the United States.

What do Akira and Susan mean?

Akira means "brilliant, intelligent" (Japanese origin). Susan means "lily" (Hebrew origin).

Are Akira and Susan boy or girl names?

Akira is primarily a girl name. Susan is primarily a girl name.

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