How Many People Are Named Aqila?

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

Aqila
Very Rare
Arabic

Aqila is a very rare name, with only 11 people living in the US today. That's 1 in 28,856,647 Americans. It peaked in 1973 with 7 births and now, everyone named Aqila is in their 30s or 40s.

~11
Living in US
1 in 28,856,647
Americans
1973
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Wise, intelligent
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 22
Personality Traits
Thoughtful Perceptive Calm Wise
22
Life Path Number

The number 22 is known as the Master Builder in numerology, representing someone with extraordinary potential to turn big dreams into reality. It combines visionary thinking with practical ability, suggesting a person who can achieve great things on a large scale.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

50,413
Worldwide Bearers
#18,384
Global Rank
🇦🇫 Afghanistan
40,806
🇮🇳 India
3,038
🇵🇰 Pakistan
2,703
🇮🇶 Iraq
2,298
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
367
🇲🇾 Malaysia
243
🇺🇸 United States
161
🇴🇲 Oman
154
🇩🇿 Algeria
145
🇮🇩 Indonesia
126

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
11 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 49
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
12
Would be 30–60 (100%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 12 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: 1973

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
15
Classic Feel
35
Modern Appeal
65
International
99

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

📜 Aqila Through the Generations

Aqila is a name that has seen very little usage over the years. With just 12 total births across the country’s entire history and only 11 people currently living, it’s clear why this name is so uncommon. The peak year for Aqila was 1973, when 7 babies were given this name, but since then, the number of new births has dropped dramatically. This name is predominantly female, and the age distribution shows a striking concentration among those aged 30 to 60, with no one under 30 or over 60. The fact that the name has remained stable over time, without any significant increase or decrease, adds to its uniqueness. Given the small number of living bearers and the stable trend, it’s fascinating to see how this name has persisted in a relatively unchanged form.

✨ Similar Names to Aqila

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Aqila's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Aqila

How Many People Have the Name Aqila?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 11 people in the United States currently share the name Aqila. That works out to roughly 1 in every 28,856,647 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Aqila a Common or Rare Name?

Aqila 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 Aqila Mean?

Aqila means "Wise, intelligent" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 22.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Aqila Most Popular?

The name Aqila reached peak popularity in 1973, with 7 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 Aqila?

Approximately 11 people named Aqila live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 12. That works out to roughly 1 in 28,856,647 Americans.

Is Aqila a rare name?

Aqila is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 28,856,647 Americans has this name.

What does the name Aqila mean?

Aqila means "Wise, intelligent" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Aqila more male or female?

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

When was Aqila most popular?

Aqila peaked in 1973 with 7 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 US11
All-Time Births12
1 in X1 in 28,856,647
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age49
Peak Year1973
World Rank#18,384
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.