Akbar

“The greatest; supreme.”

Arabic origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#7300US 2023

11Births / yr

↑Rising

537All-time births

📅 Since 196000

How to pronounce Akbar

AH·kbahr

/ˈɑ.ˌkbɑr/ · stress on AH · 2 syllables

“The greatest; supreme.”

Arabic origin · Boy name

What does Akbar mean and where does it come from?

Akbar is an Arabic name that has significant historical importance, particularly due to its association with the Mughal Emperor Akbar the Great (1542-1605), who is renowned for his contributions to art, culture, and the administration of India. The name signifies greatness and is used across Arabic-

Cultural significance

Akbar has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the greatest; supreme..

Peak popularity

Reached #2192 in 1975 — currently #7300 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Akbar?

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

Akbar Grace

How popular is Akbar right now?

Rising fast — up 1702 spots — currently #7300 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1960–2023#7300 · Top 5.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7300	11	▲ up 1702 · +38% births
2022	#9002	8	▼ down 1894 · -27% births
2021	#7108	11	▲ up 1696 · +38% births
2020	#8804	8	▼ down 3243 · -50% births
2015	#5561	16	▲ up 4328 · +129% births
2010	#9889	7	▼ down 556
2005	#9333	7	▼ down 909
2000	#8424	7	▼ down 3809 · -46% births
1995	#4615	13	▲ up 1428 · +63% births
1990	#6043	8	▲ up 911 · +60% births
1985	#6954	5	▼ down 2955 · -50% births
1980	#3999	10	▼ down 1807 · -52% births
1975	#2192	21	▲ up 2999 · +320% births
1970	#5191	5	▼ down 1681 · -29% births
1965	#3510	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Akbar

Best Year1975Rank #2192

Peak Count21

Average Rank#6371

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1960 - 202316 years

The story of Akbar

Akbar entered American naming records in 1960 and has been in use for over 64 years. With 537 total births recorded, Akbar remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4008 in 1960, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #7300 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Akbar in 1975:

Michael Jason Christopher James David

Akbar by decade

Akbar peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	44
1970s ★	131
1980s	77
1990s	89
2000s	86
2010s	102
2020s	8

💎Akbar has only 537 total recorded births since 1960 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Akbar?

Common

Akb

Famous people named Akbar

Akbar (Islamic scholar)

Akbar bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Akbar (Arab poet)

Akbar carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.

Akbar (historical Arab ruler)

Akbar held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

Akbar (Sufi mystic)

Akbar used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

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How is Akbar written in other languages?

Urdu), अकबर

Hindi

Common questions about the name Akbar

What does the name Akbar mean?

Akbar means "The greatest; supreme." — a name rooted in Arabic 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 Akbar?

Akbar is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Akbar have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Akbar?

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

How do you pronounce the name Akbar?

Akbar is a two-syllable name pronounced AA1 K B AA2 R. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Akbar trending right now?

Akbar is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.