Ayaka
Meaning of Ayaka
Ayaka is a beautiful name for baby girls with Japanese origins. In Japanese, it is pronounced as ah-yah-kah (/a.ja.ka/). This name has a soft and elegant sound that adds a touch of sophistication to any little girl's identity. Ayaka is also sometimes spelled as Ayako.
In the United States, Ayaka has been steadily rising in popularity over the years. In 2021, there were six newborns named Ayaka, ranking at number 13,431 in terms of occurrence. The name has experienced fluctuations in rank, but it consistently remains within the top 15,000 names in recent years.
Choosing the name Ayaka for your daughter can bring a sense of cultural diversity and uniqueness to her identity. Its Japanese origin gives it an exotic flair while still being easily pronounceable for English speakers. The rising popularity of this name suggests that more parents are appreciating its beauty and charm for their own little ones.
Pronunciation
Japanese
- Pronunced as ah-yah-kah (/a.ja.ka/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Ayaka
| Ayaka Igasaki is a Japanese voice actress, scriptwriter, and voice drama producer known for her work in binaural recording and bishōjo games. |
| Ayaka Ōhashi is a Japanese voice actress and singer known for her role as Fleur Blanc in the anime Eureka Seven AO. |
| Ayaka Nishiwaki, also known as A~chan, is a Japanese singer and dancer famous for her role in the electropop group Perfume. |
| Ayaka Nanase is a Japanese voice actress known for her work in Tokyo, Japan, and as a member of Axl-One since 2015. |
| Ayaka Kikuchi is a Japanese singer, actress, and former AKB48 member known for her time in the idol group and subsequent dismissal due to breaking management agency policies. |
| Ayaka Yamashita is a Japanese professional footballer known for her role as a goalkeeper for INAC Kobe Leonessa and the Japan national team. |
| Ayaka Yamashita is a Japanese voice actress affiliated with Arts Vision, previously associated with Aoni Production and Production Baobab. |
| Ayaka Shiomura is a Japanese politician serving as a member of the House of Councillors of Japan. |
| Ayaka Hosoda is a Japanese figure skater known for her graceful performances on the ice. |
| Hisoka Moriya, also known as Ayaka Hibiki, is a Japanese stage and voice actress, recognized for her portrayal of Miki Kaoru in the musical version of Revolutionary Girl Utena. |
