Ake

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The meaning of Ake varies depending on its origin. In Scandinavia, the name means "ancestor" or "father's relative." In Yoruba, the name means "ability to withstand hardship."
Pronunciation
AH-ke
In Swedish, Ake is pronounced as "OH-keh." In Yoruba, the name is pronounced as "ah-keh."
Popularity
The popularity of the name Ake varies depending on where it is used. In Sweden, it is a common name, ranking #196 in popularity as of 2021. It is not as popular in other countries, but it has gained some popularity in recent years as parents look for more unique and unconventional names.

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Cartoon of Ake

Ake Name meanings & History

The name Ake has multiple origins. It is a common name in Scandinavia, particularly in Sweden where it is derived from the Old Norse name Áki. It can also be of African origin, where it is derived from the Yoruba language meaning "ability to withstand hardship.". The meaning of Ake varies depending on its origin. In Scandinavia, the name means "ancestor" or "father's relative." In Yoruba, the name means "ability to withstand hardship.". Short form of Aleksi or variant of Aake. Ake is used as a first name, and it can be used for both boys and girls. It is a great choice for parents looking for a simple and unique name with cultural significance.

Zodiac Sign of Ake: Action Aries

Synonyms of Ake:

A: Action,Angry,Ambitious,Assertive,Aggressive,Argumentative

K: Karate,Kundalini,Kind,Karma

E: Expressive,Exaggerate,Enlighten,Entertain,Environment,Enliven

Ake is:

  • a Comedic name
  • a Common name
  • a Refined name
  • a Strange name
  • a Unintellectual name

Famous People

Some famous people with the name Ake include Ake Jonsson, a former Swedish motocross racer, and Ake Sellstrom, a retired Swedish diplomat who led a UN investigation into the use of chemical weapons in Syria.

2.) AKE (Male)

Usage: Scandinavian

Meanings: Danish name of disputed origin and meaning, some relate it to the Germanic Anicho, which is derived from the element ano (ancestor). Others associate it with the Latin Achatius (agate) or Acacius (blameless). Var: Age. (OAK)


3.) Ake (Female)

Usage: Japanese

Meanings: "ancestor", "man", "spiritual being"


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Cartoon of Ake

Description: Scandinavian, Native American, African. "ancestor", "man", "spiritual being". Short form of Aleksi or variant of Aake.

4.) Ake (Male)

Usage: Hawaiian

Meanings: The meanings vary depending on the origin. In Swedish, Ake means "ancestor's relic" or "father's sword". In Finnish, it means "descendant of Adam". In Japanese, Ake means "daybreak". In Yoruba, Nigeria, it means "bravery" or "able to overcome hardships".

Pronunciation: AH-ke
The pronunciation of Ake varies depending on the origin of the name as well. In Swedish, it is pronounced as "AW-keh". In Finnish, it is pronounced as "AH-keh". In Japanese, it is pronounced as "AH-keh". In Yoruba, Nigeria, it is pronounced as "AH-keh".


cartoon of the name Ake
Cartoon of Ake

Description: Swedish, Finnish, Japanese, Nigerian, Yoruba. The meanings vary depending on the origin. In Swedish, Ake means "ancestor's relic" or "father's sword". In Finnish, it means "descendant of Adam". In Japanese, Ake means "daybreak". In Yoruba, Nigeria, it means "bravery" or "able to overcome hardships". Short form of Aleksi or variant of Aake. Ake is mostly used as a first name, and it can be used for both boys and girls. The name can be used in various cultures and countries worldwide.

Related Names to Ake

Similar names include Aki, Akeem, Akio, Akira, and Akemi.