Find out how popular the first name Akeilah has been for the last 6 years (from 2006 to 2011) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Akeilah by gender

Based on the last 6 years of data, Akeilah is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2011, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Akeilah.

The history of the first name Akeilah

The name Akeilah is a feminine given name of Arabic origin, derived from the Arabic word "Aqila," meaning "intelligent" or "wise." It is believed to have been in use since ancient times in the Arabian Peninsula and the Middle East region.

Akeilah is a variant spelling of the more common Arabic name Aqila or Aqeelah, which has its roots in the Arabic language and Islamic culture. While the name does not appear directly in religious scriptures or ancient texts, its etymology suggests a connection to the highly regarded virtues of wisdom and intelligence in Arab and Islamic traditions.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Akeilah can be traced back to the 8th century CE, when a notable Arabian poet and scholar named Akeilah bint Al-Mahdi lived during the Abbasid Caliphate. Another historical figure with this name was Akeilah Al-Shami, a 12th-century Syrian scholar and writer who authored several works on Islamic jurisprudence and philosophy.

In more recent history, Akeilah Maria Mukhtar Baidas (1902-1997) was a prominent Palestinian feminist and activist who advocated for women's rights and education in the early 20th century. Akeilah Taji Okome (1960-2021) was a Nigerian academic and author known for her contributions to African literary studies and gender studies.

Another notable figure was Akeilah Abdallah (born 1970), a Tanzanian lawyer and human rights advocate who has served as the Director of the Legal and Human Rights Centre in Tanzania since 2007, working to promote human rights and access to justice in the country.

While the name Akeilah is predominantly used in Arabic-speaking regions and among Muslim communities, its meaning and cultural significance have transcended geographical boundaries, making it a recognized name across various cultures and ethnicities around the world.

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