UK girl's name
Akila
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "intelligent, wise one".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2013. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Akila is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Akila popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2013 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5742, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2000, with 5 births.
This profile covers 31 England and Wales registrations across 9 recorded years from 1996 to 2013. 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 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 31 living people in the UK are called Akila. 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 2014 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Akila ranked #5742 for girls in England and Wales in 2013, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2000, when 5 girls were registered as Akila.
- • About 31 living people in the UK are estimated to have Akila as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5742
2013
Births in 2013
3
Latest year
Peak year
2000
5 births
Estimated living
31
2026
Meaning
What does Akila mean?
The name Akila is of Sanskrit origin, tracing its roots back to ancient India. It is derived from the word "akila," which means "whole," "complete," or "entire." This name was widely used in Hindu cultures and communities, particularly in the southern regions of India.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Akila can be found in ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, such as the Vedas and Puranas. It was often used as a reference to the divine or to describe the concept of wholeness and completeness in the spiritual realm.
In the realm of historical figures, Akila Dharma, a renowned Indian philosopher and scholar from the 6th century CE, is one notable individual who bore this name. He made significant contributions to the field of logic and epistemology, and his works, such as the "Akila Dharma Sastras," are still studied today.
Another prominent figure with the name Akila was Akila Tirthanatha, a revered Jain monk and scholar who lived in the 13th century CE. He was known for his devotion to the Jain faith and his influential writings on Jain philosophy and principles.
Moving forward in time, Akila Narayanan was a notable Indian freedom fighter and social reformer who played a pivotal role in the Indian independence movement during the early 20th century. She actively participated in various civil disobedience campaigns and worked tirelessly to promote women's education and empowerment.
In the field of arts and literature, Akila Seshasayee was a renowned Indian writer and poet from the 20th century. Her works, which often explored themes of love, nature, and spirituality, earned her widespread acclaim and numerous literary awards.
Lastly, Akila Radhakrishnan was a distinguished Indian classical dancer and choreographer who made significant contributions to the preservation and promotion of Bharatanatyam, one of the oldest classical dance forms in India. She was widely recognized for her graceful performances and her efforts in passing on her knowledge to future generations of dancers.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Akila throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of their times.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Akila over time
The chart below shows babies named Akila registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2013. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Akila, the clearest high point is 2000. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2013, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Akila by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Akila 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5253 | 7 | 2 |
| 2000s | #4320 | 21 | 6 |
| 1990s | #3795 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Akila
- Amelia 94,830
- Ava 54,556
- Amy 52,495
- Alice 46,815
- Abigail 45,658
- Amber 31,922
- Anna 27,802
- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Akila: questions and answers
How popular is the name Akila in the UK right now?
In 2013, Akila was ranked #5742 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Akila most popular?
The peak year on record was 2000, with 5 babies registered as Akila in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Akila?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "intelligent, wise one".
How many people are called Akila in the UK?
A total of 31 babies have been registered as Akila across the 9 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.