Askia
boy nameAskia entered the US charts in 1969, peaked at #2104 in 1979, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1969–2025
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rank today
#2104
peak (1979)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3935 |
| 1970s | #3067 |
| 1980s | #4210 |
| 1990s | #6618 |
| 2000s | #9957 |
| 2010s | #10808 |
| 2020s | #12330 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Askia are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Askia alive today was born around 1982, making them about 43 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Askia in 2025?
- Askia is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Askia most popular?
- Askia peaked in 1979, reaching #2104 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Askia with classmates?
- Askia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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