Declining since 2013, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Akshaj since 2002
Babies named Akshaj per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 115 |
| 2010s | 450 |
| 2020s | 46 |
Meaning & origin
Akshaj is a Sanskrit name deeply rooted in Hindu tradition, often used as an epithet for Vishnu. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2002, reflecting the growing Indian-American community. Its peak popularity came in 2012, but since 2013 its usage has been falling. Despite its rarity (rank 9,714 in 2025, with about 1 in 244,011 boys), the name carries strong cultural resonance. It has not appeared in any top state rankings, remaining a distinctive choice primarily among families honoring Indian heritage.
Akshaj is a Sanskrit name derived from 'akshaja' (अक्षज), meaning 'born of the eye' or 'imperishable.' It is an epithet of the Hindu god Vishnu and also appears in Hindu mythology as a name for the sage Narada. The name has been used in India for centuries, but its adoption in the United States began in the early 2000s, primarily among families of Indian origin.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Aksh, Akku, Shaj
Sibling names for Akshaj
Names that share Akshaj's style, for a brother or sister.
