Aken
Pronunciation: [ AYK-uhn ]
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Aken first appeared in US Social Security records in 2009.
Over 10 babies have been named Aken in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Aken is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,328 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,328
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Aken
Aken is a boy name .
Aken is currently ranked #28,328 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Aken include Akeem . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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