Akaya
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Akaya first appeared in US Social Security records in 1993.
Over 124 babies have been named Akaya in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Akaya is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #31,432 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #31,432
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Akaya
Akaya is a girl name .
Akaya is currently ranked #31,432 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Akaya include Aka, Aky, Akie, and Akakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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