Akshay
Akshay is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Indestructible, imperishable, or eternal.
Origin and history
Akshay is a traditional male name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'undecaying' or 'indestructible'. It holds significant cultural importance in India and is widely used across the Indian diaspora. In the United States, it has been moderately used over the last few decades, particularly among South Asian American families.
Popularity in the United States
1,808 babies in the United States have been named Akshay since 1880. It ranks #3012 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1807.
States where it is most popular
- CA (44.1 %)
- NJ (17 %)
- TX (13.6 %)
- NY (11.9 %)
- IL (6 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 65 |
| 1990-2000 | 437 |
| 2000-2010 | 736 |
| 2010-2019 | 450 |
| 2020-2029 | 120 |
Famous people named Akshay
- Akshay Kumar: Actor, Film Producer
- Akshay Khanna: Actor
Fun facts
- The name shares its root with Akshaya Tritiya, a highly auspicious Hindu festival symbolizing good fortune and never-diminishing wealth.
- Derived from the Sanskrit prefix 'a-' (not) and 'kshaya' (decay or destruction), literally meaning 'that which cannot decay'.