Akeelah
girl name#7133 in 2025Akeelah entered the US charts in 1989, peaked at #708 in 2006, ranks #7133 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1989–2025
#7133
rank today
#708
peak (2006)
15
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #9681 |
| 1990s | #11665 |
| 2000s | #3716 |
| 2010s | #3805 |
| 2020s | #5754 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Akeelah has been most popular in FL, IL.
Living bearers
About 1,500 people named Akeelah are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Akeelah alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Akeelah in 2025?
- Akeelah ranks #7133 among US girl names in 2025, with 15 babies given the name.
- When was the name Akeelah most popular?
- Akeelah peaked in 2006, reaching #708 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Akeelah with classmates?
- Akeelah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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