Akilah
Akilah is a girl baby name. Ranked #8,558 in the US, popular nicknames include Aki, Aky, and Akiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Akilah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 3,002 babies have been named Akilah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Akilah is past its peak , currently ranked #8,558 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #8,558
- Total SSA Count
- 13
Nicknames
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About the Name Akilah
Akilah is a girl name .
Akilah is currently ranked #8,558 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Akilah include Aki, Aky, Akiie, and Akilie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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