Yoshiaki
Meaning of Yoshiaki
Yoshiaki is a unique and powerful name for boys with origins in Japan. It has a strong and masculine sound, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking a name that exudes strength and resilience. In Japanese, Yoshiaki is pronounced as yoh-shee-AH-kee (/joːʃiːˈaːki/). The name also has variations such as Akio and Yoshi. Despite being less common in recent years, Yoshiaki has a rich history in the United States. In the early 20th century, it ranked among the top 3000 names for baby boys. This historical data showcases the enduring appeal of Yoshiaki and its potential to be a distinctive choice for modern parents looking for a name rooted in tradition yet still remarkably unique.
Pronunciation
Japanese
- Pronunced as yoh-shee-AH-kee (/joːʃiːˈaːki/)
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Notable People Named Yoshiaki
| Yoshiaki Fukuda was a prominent Konko bishop and missionary who founded the Konko-kyo Church of San Francisco and advocated for Japanese prisoners during World War II. |
| Yoshiaki Yatsu is a Japanese semi-retired professional wrestler, known for his accomplishments in All Japan Pro Wrestling and as a former amateur wrestler and mixed martial artist. |
| Yoshiaki Manabe is the lead guitarist for the Japanese rock band The Pillows and a mixing engineer who has worked on albums by The Pillows and The Stereo Future. |
| Yoshiaki Kyoya is a Japanese former ice hockey player who competed in the men's tournaments at the 1976 and 1980 Winter Olympics. |
