UK boy's name
Akmal
A masculine Arabic name meaning "the most perfect" or "perfection".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2019. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Akmal is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Akmal popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4702, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1999, with 8 births.
This profile covers 68 England and Wales registrations across 14 recorded years from 1997 to 2019. 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 38% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 67 living people in the UK are called Akmal. 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 2020 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Akmal ranked #4702 for boys in England and Wales in 2019, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1999, when 8 boys were registered as Akmal.
- • About 67 living people in the UK are estimated to have Akmal as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4702
2019
Births in 2019
3
Latest year
Peak year
1999
8 births
Estimated living
67
2026
Meaning
What does Akmal mean?
Akmal is a masculine given name with origins in the Arabic and Persian languages. It is derived from the Arabic word "kamaal," which means "perfection" or "completeness." The name is believed to have originated in the Middle East during the medieval period, around the 7th to 13th centuries.
The name Akmal gained popularity among Muslim communities across the Middle East, Central Asia, and South Asia. It was often chosen for its positive connotation, representing the desire for a child to grow into a well-rounded and accomplished individual.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Akmal can be found in Islamic literature and historical texts from the 9th century. It was used by scholars, poets, and religious figures during the golden age of Islamic civilization.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Akmal. One of the earliest was Akmal al-Din Bahabadi (1081-1169), a renowned Persian mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the field of trigonometry.
Another prominent figure was Akmal al-Din Razi (1145-1209), a Persian physician and philosopher who wrote extensively on medicine, philosophy, and theology. His works were widely studied and influential in the Islamic world.
In the 13th century, Akmal al-Din Muhammad Ibn Mahmud al-Bāhilī (1195-1261) was a prominent Shafi'i scholar and jurist from Damascus. He authored numerous works on Islamic jurisprudence and is remembered for his expertise in Hadith studies.
During the Mughal era in India, Akmal Khan (1556-1605) was a prominent noble and military commander who served under emperors Akbar and Jahangir. He played a crucial role in several military campaigns and was known for his bravery and leadership skills.
In more recent times, Akmal Ikramov (1898-1938) was a prominent Uzbek writer and political figure who played a significant role in the development of Uzbek literature and the establishment of the Uzbek Soviet Socialist Republic.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Akmal throughout history, each contributing to various fields and leaving a lasting impact on their respective societies and cultures.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Akmal over time
The chart below shows babies named Akmal registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2019. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Akmal, the clearest high point is 1999. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2019, compared with 8 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Akmal by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Akmal 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 | #4118 | 16 | 4 |
| 2000s | #2876 | 34 | 7 |
| 1990s | #1895 | 18 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Akmal
- 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
Akmal: questions and answers
How popular is the name Akmal in the UK right now?
In 2019, Akmal was ranked #4702 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Akmal most popular?
The peak year on record was 1999, with 8 babies registered as Akmal in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Akmal?
A masculine Arabic name meaning "the most perfect" or "perfection".
How many people are called Akmal in the UK?
A total of 68 babies have been registered as Akmal across the 14 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.