How Many People Are Named Akshaya?

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

Akshaya
Very Rare
Sanskrit

Akshaya means 'eternal' in Sanskrit, making it a name rich with promise. Only 581 people in the US today share this rare name, equating to just 1 in 568,409 Americans. The majority, 99%, are under 30, highlighting its status as a modern choice.

~581
Living in US
1 in 568,409
Americans
2011
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Eternal
🌐
Origin
Sanskrit
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 3
Personality Traits
Hopeful Enduring
3
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 3 are known for their creativity and ability to inspire others.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

32,057
Worldwide Bearers
#26,486
Global Rank
🇮🇳 India
31,383
🇵🇱 Poland
188
🇺🇸 United States
183
🇰🇼 Kuwait
66
🇬🇧 England
39
🇶🇦 Qatar
38
🇲🇾 Malaysia
23
🇸🇬 Singapore
20
🇹🇭 Thailand
18
🇨🇦 Canada
13

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
581 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 14
580
Would be under 30 (99%)
5
Would be 30–60 (1%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 585 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: 2011

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
82
Classic Feel
15
Modern Appeal
100
International
98

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

📜 Akshaya Through the Generations

Akshaya has seen a steady presence in the United States since the early 2000s, peaking in 2011 with 42 births. Today, the name's popularity is waning, with most of the 581 individuals being under 30 years old. This trend reflects a newer generation embracing the name, which is deeply rooted in Sanskrit culture and meaning 'eternal'.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 34
California 29
New Jersey 21
Illinois 6
Virginia 5

✨ Similar Names to Akshaya

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Akshaya's Sanskrit roots

📄 About the Name Akshaya

How Many People Have the Name Akshaya?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 581 people in the United States currently share the name Akshaya. That works out to roughly 1 in every 568,409 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Akshaya a Common or Rare Name?

Akshaya 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 Akshaya Mean?

Akshaya means "eternal" and comes from Sanskrit origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Akshaya in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Akshaya Most Popular?

The name Akshaya reached peak popularity in 2011, with 42 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 Akshaya?

Approximately 581 people named Akshaya live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 585. That works out to roughly 1 in 568,409 Americans.

Is Akshaya a rare name?

Akshaya is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 568,409 Americans has this name.

What does the name Akshaya mean?

Akshaya means "eternal" and comes from Sanskrit origins.

Is Akshaya more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Akshaya are male and 100% are female.

When was Akshaya most popular?

Akshaya peaked in 2011 with 42 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.

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 US581
All-Time Births585
1 in X1 in 568,409
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age14
Peak Year2011
World Rank#26,486
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.