Holding steady.
Popularity of Akacia since 1992
Babies named Akacia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 45 |
| 2000s | 72 |
| 2010s | 27 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Akacia is a modern botanical name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1992, reflecting the late 20th century trend of nature-inspired names. Despite its long history in the data, it has never entered the top 1000 ranks, and as of 2025, it remains extremely uncommon with no rank or one-in-N estimate available. Its peak usage was in 1993, the year after its debut, after which it has maintained a stable but very low frequency. The name has not concentrated in any particular states, suggesting a scattered, idiosyncratic use. Akacia stands as a rare choice for parents seeking a name that evokes natural beauty without widespread familiarity.
Akacia is a modern invented name, likely derived from the botanical name Acacia, which refers to a genus of trees and shrubs. It gained minimal usage in the United States, first recorded in 1992. The name may have been influenced by the popularity of nature-themed names and the soft phonetic quality of ending with 'ia'.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Aka, Cia, Kacey
Variants: Acacia
Sibling names for Akacia
Names that share Akacia's style, for a brother or sister.
