About Akashi
The surname Akashi is of Japanese origin and has multiple meanings. One interpretation is that it is derived from the Japanese words "aka" meaning "red" and "shi" meaning "city." This suggests that the name could refer to someone who lived in or was associated with a place known for its red soil or red-colored buildings. Another possible meaning is that it is derived from the Japanese words "aka" meaning "bright" or "clear" and "shi" meaning "city," indicating a person associated with a vibrant or prosperous city. The exact meaning may vary depending on the specific kanji characters used to write the name.
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The surname Akashi is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Akashi based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Akashi is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Akashi in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Akashi using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.