Declining since 2003, #4,396 for boys today.
Popularity of Akash since 1975
Babies named Akash per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 44 |
| 1980s | 157 |
| 1990s | 660 |
| 2000s | 874 |
| 2010s | 455 |
| 2020s | 186 |
Meaning & origin
Akash first entered the U.S. baby name charts in 1975 and rose steadily, reaching its peak popularity in 2002. Since 2003, its usage has been declining, though it remains a recognizable choice. In 2025, it ranked 4,396th, with roughly 1 in 74,264 boys given the name. The name is most common in California and Texas, reflecting areas with large Indian-American populations. Akash is appreciated for its spiritual resonance and straightforward pronunciation across many languages.
Akash derives from the Sanskrit ākāśa, meaning 'sky' or 'atmosphere'. In Hindu philosophy, it is one of the five great elements (Pancha Mahabhuta) that constitute the physical world. The name has long been used in India and among Hindu families, gaining wider recognition in the English-speaking world through the Indian diaspora and popular culture from the late 20th century onward.
Where Akash is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Aki, Kash
Sibling names for Akash
Names that share Akash's style, for a brother or sister.
