How Many People Are Named Akon?

Complete statistics for the name Akon: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Akon
Very Rare
Hebrew

Akon means 'supplanter' in Hebrew, making it a name rich in biblical heritage. Only 123 people named Akon live in the US today, which means 1 in 2,683,753 Americans share this rare moniker. The peak year for naming babies Akon was 2008, with 12 births that year.

~123
Living in US
1 in 2,683,753
Americans
2008
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Supplanter
🌐
Origin
Hebrew
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Confident Dynamic Innovative
5
Life Path Number

Life-path number 5 represents freedom, adventure, and versatility.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

53,713
Worldwide Bearers
#17,403
Global Rank
🇳🇬 Nigeria
22,578
🇸🇸 South Sudan
22,273
🇮🇳 India
3,820
🇸🇩 Sudan
1,785
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
882
🇮🇩 Indonesia
654
🇹🇭 Thailand
389
🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
311
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
233
🇨🇩 DR Congo
151

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
96 (78%)
♀ Female
27 (22%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 12
124
Would be under 30 (100%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 124 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: 2008

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
59
Classic Feel
15
Modern Appeal
100
International
99

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Akon Through the Generations

Akon stands out as a very rare name, with only 124 recorded births in the United States since records began. The vast majority of people named Akon are under 30, indicating its status as a modern choice. its rarity, the name has seen a stable trend over the years, with no significant decline in popularity since its peak in 2008. This suggests that while Akon remains uncommon, it continues to be a favored name among parents looking for something unique.

✨ Similar Names to Akon

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Akon's Hebrew roots

📄 About the Name Akon

How Many People Have the Name Akon?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 123 people in the United States currently share the name Akon. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,683,753 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Akon a Common or Rare Name?

Akon 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.

What Does the Name Akon Mean?

Akon means "supplanter" and comes from Hebrew origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Akon in SSA data, approximately 78% are male and 22% are female.

When Was Akon Most Popular?

The name Akon reached peak popularity in 2008, with 12 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 Akon?

Approximately 123 people named Akon live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 124. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,683,753 Americans.

Is Akon a rare name?

Akon is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,683,753 Americans has this name.

What does the name Akon mean?

Akon means "supplanter" and comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Akon more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 78% of people named Akon are male and 22% are female.

When was Akon most popular?

Akon peaked in 2008 with 12 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

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.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US123
All-Time Births124
1 in X1 in 2,683,753
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age12
Peak Year2008
World Rank#17,403
Male %78%
Female %22%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.