Aqsa Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AK-sah /ˈæksə/
Origin: Arabic; Urdu
Meaning: Aqsa (Arabic) means 'farthest'; Aqsa (Urdu) refers to a sacred place
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Aqsa has its roots in Arabic, derived from the word "aqsā," meaning "farthest" or "most distant." This term is notably associated with the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem, which is considered one of the holiest sites in Islam. The mosque's name translates to "the farthest mosque," referencing its significance in Islamic tradition as the destination of the Night Journey (Isra and Mi'raj) undertaken by the Prophet Muhammad.
The name entered English usage through transliteration from Arabic, particularly in the context of Islamic culture and history. Historically, the name Aqsa has been linked to various notable figures and events in Islamic history.
One prominent association is with Aqsa bint Muhammad, a figure mentioned in Islamic texts, although specific historical details about her life are limited. The significance of the name is further underscored by its connection to the Al-Aqsa Mosque, which has been a focal point of religious pilgrimage and cultural identity for Muslims since the early centuries of Islam, particularly during the Umayyad Caliphate in the 7th century.
The mosque has been a site of reverence and conflict, symbolizing both spiritual aspiration and geopolitical struggle. Culturally, the name Aqsa carries connotations of distance and aspiration, reflecting the spiritual journey and the quest for knowledge and faith.
It embodies a sense of connection to a significant religious heritage, resonating with themes of devotion and reverence in Islamic tradition. The name may also be found in various diminutive forms or related names in different cultures, but its core significance remains tied to its original Arabic meaning and historical context.
Famous people named Aqsa
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Aqsa Mahmood is a social media influencer best known for her controversial online presence and advocacy for various causes.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aqsa was first seen in the United States in 1990.
Aqsa has ranked as high as #4015 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)
The name Aqsa is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Aqsa was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Aqsa.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 84 | 84 |
| 2024 | 84 | 84 |
| 2023 | 56 | 56 |
| 2022 | 47 | 47 |
| 2021 | 43 | 43 |
| 2020 | 31 | 31 |
| 2019 | 22 | 22 |
| 2018 | 23 | 23 |
| 2017 | 17 | 17 |
| 2016 | 15 | 15 |
| 2015 | 14 | 14 |
| 2014 | 9 | 9 |
| 2013 | 12 | 12 |
| 2012 | 8 | 8 |
| 2011 | 17 | 17 |
| 2010 | 20 | 20 |
| 2009 | 10 | 10 |
| 2008 | 16 | 16 |
| 2007 | 13 | 13 |
| 2006 | 11 | 11 |
| 2005 | 11 | 11 |
| 2004 | 19 | 19 |
| 2003 | 15 | 15 |
| 2002 | 12 | 12 |
| 2001 | 15 | 15 |
| 2000 | 11 | 11 |
| 1999 | 14 | 14 |
| 1998 | 22 | 22 |
| 1997 | 11 | 11 |
| 1996 | 12 | 12 |
| 1995 | 12 | 12 |
| 1994 | 5 | 5 |
| 1993 | 8 | 8 |
| 1992 | 9 | 9 |
| 1991 | 5 | 5 |
| 1990 | 8 | 8 |
Top States for Aqsa (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 18 | |
| TX | 15 | |
| CA | 7 | |
| VA | 6 | |
| MI | 6 |