Akash
Akash is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Sky, atmosphere, or open space.
Origin and history
Akash is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin that means sky or open space. It is a traditional Indian name that has seen steady, moderate usage in the United States since the late 20th century.
Popularity in the United States
2,376 babies in the United States have been named Akash since 1880. It ranks #2663 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1741.
States where it is most popular
- CA (38.4 %)
- NY (16.9 %)
- NJ (16.7 %)
- TX (10.6 %)
- IL (7.2 %)
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 | 44 |
| 1980-1990 | 157 |
| 1990-2000 | 660 |
| 2000-2010 | 874 |
| 2010-2019 | 455 |
| 2020-2029 | 186 |
Famous people named Akash
- Akash Vukoti: Spelling Bee Contestant, Television Personality
Fun facts
- In classical Sanskrit philosophy, Akash represents the fundamental element of space or ether.
- The name experienced its highest U.S. popularity in the late 1990s and early 2000s.