Akelah
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Akelah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1994.
Over 64 babies have been named Akelah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Akelah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #54,078 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #54,078
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Akelah
Akelah is a girl name .
Akelah is currently ranked #54,078 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Akelah include Ake, Akel, Akely, Akelie, Aky, Akie, and Akekins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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