US Popularity:10290
Origin:Arabic
Meaning:wise; intelligent
Akeelah is a feminine name of Arabic origin and an inspiring token for all who bear it. As a variation of Aqila and Akilah, Akeelah is rooted in the Arabic word âqil and means "wise" or "intelligent." It's a name that celebrates inquisitiveness, encouraging baby to trust their mind and wear their brilliance with confidence.
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How Popular Is The Name Akeelah?

U.S. Births

Overall:Akeelah is currently #10290 in U.S. births
Girl:Akeelah is currently #5950 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#5950
in 2023
- 638
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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Sources

  • Behind the Name, Akeelah, August 2024]

  • Behind the Name, Aqil, November 2019

  • Name Doctor, Aqila

  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 71

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