Akiva
a-ki-va
US Popularity:3042
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:protect, shelter
Akiva is a gorgeous, modern-sounding name with Hebrew origins. Despite being around for many decades, especially within the Jewish community, Akiva’s ability to roll off the tongue has made it quite the hit in the current climate. Meaning “protect” or “shelter,” this beautifully-looking name comes with a fitting definition to match. Famous bearers of this name include writer, director, and producer Akiva Schaffer who has written for Saturday Night Live, directed for Brooklyn Nine-Nine, and helped produce the Lego Movie soundtrack.
Akiva Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Akiva is currently #2869 on The Bump
Boy:Akiva is currently #1976 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Akiva is currently #1596 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Akiva is currently #3042 in U.S. births
Boy:Akiva is currently #3220 in U.S. births
Girl:Akiva is currently #26042 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#26042
in 2023
- 4769
from 2019
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