Aakash
Aakash is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Sky, atmosphere, open space, or ether.
Origin and history
Aakash is a masculine given name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'sky' or 'open space'. It is a widely recognized classic name in India and South Asian diaspora communities. In the United States, it has been steadily used in small numbers over recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
1,049 babies in the United States have been named Aakash since 1880. It ranks #3636 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1849.
States where it is most popular
- CA (51.4 %)
- NJ (21.8 %)
- TX (12.6 %)
- IL (5.4 %)
- NY (5.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 73 |
| 1990-2000 | 293 |
| 2000-2010 | 348 |
| 2010-2019 | 252 |
| 2020-2029 | 78 |
Famous people named Aakash
- Aakash Chopra: Cricketer, Sports Commentator
Fun facts
- In ancient Indian philosophy, Akash is considered the primary element of space through which sound travels.
- The name is often spelled Akash or Aakash, with the double 'a' representing the long vowel in Sanskrit transliteration.