Aqsa Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationAK-sah / ˈæksəArabic; Urdu
Meaning
Aqsa (Arabic) means 'farthest'; Aqsa (Urdu) refers to a sacred place
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic, Aqsa is often associated with Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem, a significant religious site in Islam. In Urdu-speaking cultures, the name is embraced for its spiritual connotations and connection to sacred spaces.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Aksa
- Aqsa
International Variants
- Aqsa (Arabic)
- Aqsa (Urdu)
Famous people named Aqsa
Aqsa Mahmood — activist.
Aqsa Khan — athlete.
Fictional characters named Aqsa
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aqsa was first seen in the United States in 1990. Aqsa has ranked as high as #1276 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, California, Virginia, Texas, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Aqsa has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Aqsa (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 18 | |
| TX | 15 | |
| CA | 7 | |
| VA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 22 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2004 | 19 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 23 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 31 |
| 2021 | 43 |
| 2022 | 47 |
| 2023 | 56 |
| 2024 | 84 |