How Many People Are Named Akiyah?
Complete statistics for the name Akiyah: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Akiyah is a very rare name, with only 506 people alive in the U.S. today and just 1 in 652,664 Americans bearing this name. It peaked in 2010 with 29 births and most are under 30, making it a truly modern choice.
📖 Meaning & Origin
The number 1 in numerology represents leadership, independence, and a pioneering spirit. People associated with this number tend to be self-motivated and driven to forge their own path.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 16All 510 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2010Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Akiyah Through the Generations
Akiyah has a unique story, with only 510 total births across all time but 506 people still alive today, showing a slight increase in living bearers. The peak year was 2010 when 29 babies were named Akiyah, which is quite a jump from the average yearly births. Most Akiyahs are under 30, with only a handful aged 30-60 and none over 60, indicating a relatively new trend. This name is very rare globally, ranking at world #727,628 with just 159 living bearers worldwide, mostly outside the U.S., especially in Indonesia. Its declining trend is also noteworthy, suggesting a shift in popularity.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
📄 About the Name Akiyah
How Many People Have the Name Akiyah?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 506 people in the United States currently share the name Akiyah. That works out to roughly 1 in every 652,664 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Akiyah a Common or Rare Name?
Akiyah is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Akiyah in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Akiyah Most Popular?
The name Akiyah reached peak popularity in 2010, with 29 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Akiyah?
Approximately 506 people named Akiyah live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 510. That works out to roughly 1 in 652,664 Americans.
Is Akiyah a rare name?
Akiyah is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 652,664 Americans has this name.
What does the name Akiyah mean?
Akiyah means "A variant of Akiya or Akiyah, sometimes linked to meanings like 'God will establish' or 'autumn' depending on the cultural root.".
Is Akiyah more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Akiyah are male and 100% are female.
When was Akiyah most popular?
Akiyah peaked in 2010 with 29 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.