Akiva Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-KEE-vah / əˈkiːvəHebrew
Meaning
Hebrew: 'the one who is protected'
Historical & Cultural Background
Akiva is a name of Hebrew origin, often associated with the famous Jewish scholar Rabbi Akiva, who lived in the first and second centuries CE. The name is commonly used in Jewish communities and has gained popularity in various cultures. It reflects a strong cultural and religious significance, particularly within Judaism.
Trend Summary
The name Akiva has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Akivah
International Variants
- Akiva (Hebrew)
Famous people named Akiva
Akiva Goldsman is an American screenwriter and producer known for his work on films such as 'A Beautiful Mind'.
Akiva Schaffer is an American comedian, actor, and director, known for being a member of The Lonely Island.
Akiva Eldar is an Israeli journalist and author recognized for his commentary on Israeli politics.
Fictional characters named Akiva
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Akiva was first seen in the United States in 1961. Akiva has ranked as high as #1211 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in New York, California, Maryland, Florida, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Akiva has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Akiva (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 42 | |
| CA | 6 | |
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 30 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 18 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 22 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 19 |
| 1985 | 20 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1987 | 18 |
| 1988 | 21 |
| 1989 | 21 |
| 1990 | 21 |
| 1991 | 27 |
| 1992 | 24 |
| 1993 | 31 |
| 1994 | 28 |
| 1995 | 31 |
| 1996 | 36 |
| 1997 | 46 |
| 1998 | 37 |
| 1999 | 48 |
| 2000 | 39 |
| 2001 | 57 |
| 2002 | 43 |
| 2003 | 45 |
| 2004 | 51 |
| 2005 | 71 |
| 2006 | 51 |
| 2007 | 59 |
| 2008 | 87 |
| 2009 | 80 |
| 2010 | 78 |
| 2011 | 74 |
| 2012 | 76 |
| 2013 | 94 |
| 2014 | 87 |
| 2015 | 71 |
| 2016 | 94 |
| 2017 | 99 |
| 2018 | 83 |
| 2019 | 79 |
| 2020 | 145 |
| 2021 | 109 |
| 2022 | 113 |
| 2023 | 125 |
| 2024 | 116 |