Akasia

“An island in the Aegean Sea” — Symbolize beauty

India origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1903US 2023

297Births / yr

→Stable

88All-time births

📅 Since 199500

What does Akasia mean and where does it come from?

Akasia is a name with roots in both Greek and Indian cultures. In Greece, it refers to an island, while in India, it can symbolize beauty, as in the flowering plants. The name is not very common and may appeal to those interested in nature or floral symbolism. Its rarity adds to its unique charm.

Cultural significance

Akasia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in India-speaking communities, where it reflects values of an island in the aegean sea.

Peak popularity

Reached #7119 in 1996 — currently #1903 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Akasia?

Akasia works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Akasia Grace

How popular is Akasia right now?

Holding steady — currently #1903 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#1903 · Top 1.4%

1995

2000

2010

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1903	297	▲ up 5 · +7% births
2022	#1908	277	▲ up 5 · +12% births
2021	#1913	247	▲ up 16180 · +4840% births
2010	#18093	5	▼ down 7524 · -44% births
2000	#10569	9	▼ down 108 · +13% births
1995	#10461	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Akasia

Best Year2023Rank #1903

Peak Count297

Average Rank#7475

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20236 years

The story of Akasia

Akasia is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1995. With 88 total births recorded, Akasia remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10461 in 1995 to #1903 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Akasia in 1996:

Emily Jessica Ashley Sarah Samantha

Akasia by decade

Akasia peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	36
2000s ★	47
2010s	5

💎Akasia has only 88 total recorded births since 1995 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Akasia?

Common

AkaAkAkieAkyAsia

What names sound and feel like Akasia?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Akasia also consider these

Akashia

India · Sky, ether

Akacia

American · From the thorny

Akadia

Greece · from Arcadia, which

Acasia

Greece · untouched, pure

Ajasia

American · God is gracious

Atasia

American · a variant of

Adasia

American · a variant of

Nakasia

USA · A variation of

Common questions about the name Akasia

What does the name Akasia mean?

Akasia means "An island in the Aegean Sea" — a name rooted in India tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Akasia?

Akasia is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Akasia?

Akasia originates from India tradition. India names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Akasia?

Akasia pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar India heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Akasia a common or rare name?

Akasia is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.