UK girl's name
Aqilah
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "intelligent" or "wise".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2009. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Aqilah is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Aqilah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2009 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5556, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2009 to 2009. 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.
Aqilah is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Aqilah. 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 2010 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Aqilah ranked #5556 for girls in England and Wales in 2009, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 3 girls were registered as Aqilah.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Aqilah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5556
2009
Births in 2009
3
Latest year
Peak year
2009
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Aqilah mean?
The name Aqilah originates from the Arabic language and has its roots in the Islamic culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "Aqeel," which means "intelligent" or "wise." The name is believed to have been in use since the early days of Islam, around the 7th century CE.
Aqilah is a feminine name that is commonly found in the Arab world, particularly in countries such as Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Jordan. It is also used in other parts of the world with significant Muslim populations, such as Indonesia, Malaysia, and India.
The name Aqilah is not explicitly mentioned in the Quran or other Islamic scriptures, but its meaning and association with wisdom and intelligence align with the teachings of Islam, which place a strong emphasis on acquiring knowledge and wisdom.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Aqilah can be found in the works of medieval Arab scholars and poets. For instance, the 9th-century Arab poet Aqilah bint Al-Mudhaffar was known for her eloquence and literary talents.
Throughout history, several notable women have borne the name Aqilah. Aqilah Salor (1900-1998) was a Palestinian educator and women's rights activist who played a significant role in establishing girls' schools in Palestine during the early 20th century.
Aqilah Mochtar (1912-1989) was an Indonesian novelist and journalist who wrote extensively about the struggles of women in her society. Her works explored themes of social injustice and gender inequality.
Aqilah Ashaari (born 1992) is a Malaysian actress and television personality known for her roles in various Malaysian dramas and films.
Aqilah Sandhu (born 1968) is a British-Pakistani television presenter and journalist who has worked for various news channels, including BBC World News and Al Jazeera English.
Aqilah Rahman (born 1986) is a Bangladeshi activist and social entrepreneur who has been recognized for her work in promoting education and empowering marginalized communities in her country.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Aqilah throughout history, reflecting the diverse cultural and geographical backgrounds where this name has been used.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Aqilah by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Aqilah 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #5556 | 3 | 1 |
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Names similar to Aqilah
- 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
Aqilah: questions and answers
How popular is the name Aqilah in the UK right now?
In 2009, Aqilah was ranked #5556 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Aqilah most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 3 babies registered as Aqilah in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Aqilah?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "intelligent" or "wise".
How many people are called Aqilah in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Aqilah across the 1 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.