How Many People Are Named Aquila?
Complete statistics for the name Aquila: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Aquila means eagle in Latin, fitting for such a rare name, only 1 in 382,949 Americans have it, making it very unique among female names. With around 862 people named Aquila living today, it's clear this name has been gaining popularity, peaking in 1977 with 35 births.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the life path number 7 are often seen as deep thinkers and seekers of knowledge.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 32All 885 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: 1977Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Aquila Through the Generations
Aquila stands out as a name that's becoming increasingly popular among younger generations. Born in the late 1970s and early 1980s, many Aquilas are now in their thirties and forties, with 38% under 30 years old, 60% between 30 and 60, and just 2% over 60. This distribution suggests it's a relatively modern choice, with its usage rising since the peak year of 1977 when 35 babies were given this name.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Aquila's Latin roots
📄 About the Name Aquila
How Many People Have the Name Aquila?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 757 people in the United States currently share the name Aquila. That works out to roughly 1 in every 437,846 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Aquila a Common or Rare Name?
Aquila 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 Aquila Mean?
Aquila means "eagle" and comes from Latin origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Aquila in SSA data, approximately 15% are male and 85% are female.
When Was Aquila Most Popular?
The name Aquila reached peak popularity in 1977, with 35 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
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 Aquila?
Approximately 757 people named Aquila live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 757. That works out to roughly 1 in 437,846 Americans.
Is Aquila a rare name?
Aquila is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 437,846 Americans has this name.
What does the name Aquila mean?
Aquila means "eagle" and comes from Latin origins.
Is Aquila more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 15% of people named Aquila are male and 85% are female.
When was Aquila most popular?
Aquila peaked in 1977 with 35 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
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.