Akshaj
An Indian masculine name derived from Sanskrit meaning immovable, inviolable or imperishable.
Name Census estimates that about 599 living Americans carry the first name Akshaj. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Akshaj today is around 13 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Akshaj births was 2012 (69 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Akshaj. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Akshaj with official rankings and popularity over time.
People living today
599
~ 1 in 572,211 Americans
Peak year
2012
69 babies that year
Average age
13
years old
2024 SSA rank
#6,827
Tracked since 2002
Census
Akshaj in the 2020 Census
The 2020 Census recorded 554 people with the first name Akshaj, which placed it at #19,235 in the published first-name tables. This is a snapshot of people who already had the name at the time of the Census.
The SSA sections elsewhere on this page answer a different question: how often parents gave the name to babies over time. The "people living today" figure on this page is different again: it is a current estimate built from SSA birth records and age-based survival rates, so the two numbers are not expected to match exactly.
2020 Census rank
#19,235
National first-name rank
People counted
554
554 in the published race/origin table
Per 100,000
0.2
People with this name in 2020
Largest reported group
Asian and Pacific Islander
95.8% of people with this name
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Akshaj
In the 2020 Census race and Hispanic-origin table, the largest reported group for people named Akshaj is Asian/Pacific Islander at 95.8%. The next largest groups are American Indian/Alaska Native (2.2%) and White (1.3%). These figures describe the people who had the name in 2020, not any inherent property of the name itself.
The bar chart below shows how people with the first name Akshaj described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given name, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown so the breakdown is easy to read across every published category. Because the 2020 Census first-name file also includes raw headcounts for each group, Name Census can show those alongside the percentages in the legend and hover tooltip.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A first name does not determine a person's race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the name Akshaj at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Asian and Pacific Islander95.8% · 531
- American Indian and Alaska Native2.2% · 12
- White1.3% · 7
- Two or more races0.5% · 3
- Black or African American0.2% · 1
Popularity
Akshaj: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Akshaj from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 450 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Akshaj by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Akshaj during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Akshajs live
The SSA's state-level files cover 9 states and territories. California, New Jersey, Illinois recorded the most babies named Akshaj, while New York, North Carolina, Michigan recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 19 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Akshaj
The name Akshaj finds its origins in the Sanskrit language, one of the oldest and most revered languages of the Indian subcontinent. It is believed to have been derived from the Sanskrit word "akshaya," which translates to "eternal" or "imperishable." This name holds deep roots in the ancient Hindu culture and philosophy.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Akshaj can be traced back to the ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, where it was often associated with divine entities and revered individuals. One notable reference is found in the Bhagavad Gita, a sacred Hindu scripture, where the concept of "akshaya" is mentioned in the context of eternal wisdom and knowledge.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Akshaj. One of the earliest known figures was Akshaj Brahmin, a renowned scholar and philosopher who lived in the 12th century CE. He was widely respected for his contributions to the study of Sanskrit literature and Hindu philosophy.
Another prominent figure was Akshaj Kumar, a revered saint and spiritual leader who lived in the 16th century CE. He was known for his teachings on devotion, compassion, and the pursuit of inner peace. His writings and teachings continue to inspire many across the Indian subcontinent.
In the field of literature, Akshaj Joshi, a celebrated poet and writer from the 18th century CE, left an indelible mark with his profound works that explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human experience. His poetic verses are still widely studied and recited today.
Moving to more recent times, Akshaj Mittal, a prominent entrepreneur and philanthropist born in 1975, has made significant contributions to various social and educational initiatives. His efforts in promoting education and supporting underprivileged communities have been widely recognized.
Lastly, Akshaj Vaid, a renowned environmental activist born in 1988, has dedicated his life to raising awareness about climate change and advocating for sustainable practices. His tireless efforts have inspired many to take action in preserving the planet for future generations.
These are just a few examples of the illustrious individuals who have carried the name Akshaj throughout history, each leaving an indelible mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human achievement.
People
Akshaj + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Akshaj as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Akshaj: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Akshaj?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 599 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Akshaj going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 572,211 US residents.
Is Akshaj a common name?
We classify Akshaj as "Very Rare". It ranks above 86.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 604 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Akshaj most popular?
The single biggest year for Akshaj was 2012, when 69 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Akshaj is about 13 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
How common was Akshaj in the 2020 Census?
The published 2020 Census first-name tables recorded 554 people with the name Akshaj, or 0.18 per 100,000 residents. That placed it at #19,235 in the national Census ranking for first names.
Why is the Census count different from the living estimate?
Because they measure different things. The Census figure is a count of people who had the name Akshaj in 2020. The living estimate aims to answer a current question instead: how many people with the name are alive today, based on SSA birth records and age-based survival rates. Since one number is a 2020 snapshot and the other is a present-day estimate, they are not expected to be identical.
What does the Census say about the gender split for Akshaj?
In the 2020 Census sex table, Akshaj appears almost entirely male. Of the 554 people counted with this name, 100.0% were male and only a very small share were female. The Census view is a snapshot of people living with the name in 2020, while the SSA section above tracks births across time.
What does the Census say about the background of people named Akshaj?
In the 2020 Census race and Hispanic-origin table, the largest reported group for people named Akshaj is Asian/Pacific Islander at 95.8%. The next largest groups are American Indian/Alaska Native (2.2%) and White (1.3%). These figures describe the people who had the name in 2020, not any inherent property of the name itself. The percentages in the chart above come from self-reported race and Hispanic-origin responses in the 2020 Census.
Which group reports the name Akshaj most often in the Census?
Asian/Pacific Islander is the largest reported group for people named Akshaj in the 2020 Census, accounting for 95.8% (531 people in the published table).
Why can the Census sex total and race total differ slightly?
The Census Bureau published separate 2020 tables for sex and for race/Hispanic origin, and the released figures can differ slightly because of privacy protection in the public files. That is why this page treats the gender section and the race/origin section as two related snapshots instead of forcing them into one identical total.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only includes names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files have no Census demographic snapshot. When that happens, the SSA trend, gender history, and state sections still appear, but the 2020 Census demographic sections are omitted.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Akshaj in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Akshaj a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Akshaj in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Akshaj still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Akshaj in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Akshaj can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
How many Americans are named Akshaj?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.