Holding steady.
Popularity of Akaylah since 1999
Babies named Akaylah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 108 |
| 2010s | 51 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Akaylah is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1999. It reached its peak popularity in 2006, reflecting the early 2000s trend of creating melodic, feminine names with the popular prefix and suffix pattern. The name has never broken into the top 1,000 rankings, remaining a rare choice. Its trajectory has been stable in recent years, suggesting consistent, if limited, use. While no specific top states recorded high usage, the name's style aligns with other invented names of its era, such as Nevaeh and Aaliyah.
Akaylah is a modern invented name, likely formed by combining the popular prefix 'A-' with the syllable 'Kay' (as in Kayla) and the fashionable suffix '-lah'. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1999 and saw its peak usage in 2006. The name is part of a trend of creative, melodic names that emerged in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kay, Kayla, Kae
Sibling names for Akaylah
Names that share Akaylah's style, for a brother or sister.
