Akela Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-KAY-lah / /əˈkeɪlə/Hawaiian; Arabic; Native American
Meaning
Hawaiian: 'a noble or chief'; Arabic: 'the intelligent one'; Native American: 'wolf'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hawaiian culture, Akela is associated with nobility and leadership. The Arabic origin reflects a connection to intelligence and wisdom. In Native American traditions, the name is linked to the wolf, symbolizing strength and loyalty.
Similar Names
—
Variants
- Akelaa
- Akeela
International Variants
- Akela (Hawaiian)
- Akilah (Arabic)
Famous people named Akela
Akela Cooper — screenwriter.
Akela K. K. — artist.
Fictional characters named Akela
Akela — The Jungle Book.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Akela was first seen in the United States in 2016. Akela has ranked as high as #1348 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Akela has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Akela
No state data available for this year.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2024 | 7 |