Akhil
Akhil: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Akhil
- A male given name from Sanskrit used in India.
Etymology
Borrowed from Sanskrit अखिल (akhila).
How popular is Akhil?
Since 1880, 1,820 boys in the U.S. have been named Akhil. Its highest rank for boys was #1549 in 2003. In 2025, 16 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Akhil FAQ
What does the name Akhil mean?
A male given name from Sanskrit used in India. Borrowed from Sanskrit अखिल (akhila).
What is the origin of the name Akhil?
Akhil is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Akhil?
Since 1880, 1,820 boys in the U.S. have been named Akhil. Its highest rank for boys was #1549 in 2003. In 2025, 16 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Akhil a boy or girl name?
Akhil is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,820 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.