Akili
boy name#9714 in 2025Akili entered the US charts in 1972, peaked at #2361 in 1975, ranks #9714 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1972–2025
#9714
rank today
#2361
peak (1975)
7
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #3446 |
| 1980s | #5171 |
| 1990s | #4955 |
| 2000s | #7270 |
| 2010s | #9138 |
| 2020s | #9781 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Akili are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Akili alive today was born around 1999, making them about 26 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Akili in 2025?
- Akili ranks #9714 among US boy names in 2025, with 7 babies given the name.
- When was the name Akili most popular?
- Akili peaked in 1975, reaching #2361 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Akili with classmates?
- Akili will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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