UK boy's name
Akhil
Complete, whole, unbroken; a Sanskrit name meaning eternal, infinite.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Akhil is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Akhil popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5119, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 15 births.
This profile covers 185 England and Wales registrations across 28 recorded years from 1996 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 20% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 184 living people in the UK are called Akhil. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Akhil ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2010, when 15 boys were registered as Akhil.
- • About 184 living people in the UK are estimated to have Akhil as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5119
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2010
15 births
Estimated living
184
2026
Meaning
What does Akhil mean?
The name Akhil has its origins in the Sanskrit language of ancient India. It is derived from the Sanskrit root word "akhila," which means "entire" or "whole." This name first appeared in Hindu scriptures and ancient texts, indicating its long-standing presence in Indian culture and history.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Akhil can be found in the ancient Hindu epic, the Mahabharata. In this epic, Akhil is mentioned as the name of a warrior who fought alongside the Pandava princes during the great Kurukshetra war. This reference dates back to around the 8th century BCE, highlighting the name's antiquity.
In the realm of Hindu mythology, Akhil is also associated with the concept of "Akhil Brahman," which refers to the all-encompassing, universal, and absolute reality in Hinduism. This connection lends a deeper spiritual significance to the name, reflecting the idea of wholeness and completeness.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Akhil. One of the earliest known figures was Akhil Kumar Banerjee (1888-1941), an Indian revolutionary and freedom fighter who played a significant role in India's struggle for independence from British rule.
Another prominent figure was Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), founded in 1949. This student organization has been influential in shaping the political landscape of India and has produced several notable leaders over the years.
In the field of literature, Akhil Sharma (born 1971) is a renowned Indian-American author and professor, best known for his award-winning novel "Family Life." His works have received critical acclaim and have been translated into multiple languages.
The name Akhil has also been carried by notable figures in the world of sports. Akhil Kumar (born 1981) is an Indian boxer who won a gold medal at the 2006 Commonwealth Games and represented India at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
Additionally, Akhil Rabindra (born 1996) is an Indian racing driver who has competed in various international motorsport events, including the Formula Renault Eurocup and the European Le Mans Series.
These examples illustrate the widespread use and recognition of the name Akhil across various spheres, from literature and sports to politics and freedom movements, spanning different eras and regions of India and the world.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Akhil over time
The chart below shows babies named Akhil registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Akhil, the clearest high point is 2010. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 15 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Akhil by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Akhil was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4439 | 18 | 5 |
| 2010s | #3189 | 60 | 9 |
| 2000s | #2033 | 79 | 10 |
| 1990s | #1762 | 28 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Akhil
- Alfie 86,546
- Alexander 85,525
- Adam 71,855
- Archie 59,965
- Arthur 43,586
- Aaron 36,366
- Alex 32,729
- Andrew 20,169
- Arlo 19,061
- Aidan 16,776
- Albie 16,017
- Albert 15,809
FAQ
Akhil: questions and answers
How popular is the name Akhil in the UK right now?
In 2024, Akhil was ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Akhil most popular?
The peak year on record was 2010, with 15 babies registered as Akhil in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Akhil?
Complete, whole, unbroken; a Sanskrit name meaning eternal, infinite.
How many people are called Akhil in the UK?
A total of 185 babies have been registered as Akhil across the 28 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.