Akili
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Akili first appeared in US Social Security records in 1992.
Over 254 babies have been named Akili in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Akili is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #27,562 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #27,562
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Also a Boy Name
Akili is also used as a boy name, ranked #13264.
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About the Name Akili
Akili is a girl name .
Is Akili a boy or girl name? Akili is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #27,562 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #13,264. Akili is more commonly used as a boy name.
Akili is currently ranked #27,562 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Akili include Aki, Aky, Akie, and Akikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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