Declining since 1994.
Popularity of Aquil since 1973
Babies named Aquil per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 49 |
| 1980s | 91 |
| 1990s | 205 |
| 2000s | 91 |
| 2010s | 43 |
| 2020s | 15 |
Meaning & origin
The name Aquil has been in use in the United States since 1973, though it has never entered the top 1000 national rankings. Its peak popularity came in 1994, after which its usage declined, following a trajectory of falling popularity since that year. The name's uncertain origins add to its intrigue, with possible roots in Arabic or Latin. It remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a short, strong-sounding name with cross-cultural appeal.
The name Aquil is of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Arabic 'aql meaning 'intelligence' or 'wisdom', or alternatively from the Latin aquila meaning 'eagle'. It has been used in the United States since the 1970s, with a peak in popularity in the 1990s.
Sibling names for Aquil
Names that share Aquil's style, for a brother or sister.
