Asukulu
An Igbo name meaning "falcon" or "a great bird of prey".
Name Census estimates that about 12 living Americans carry the first name Asukulu. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Asukulu today is around 3 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Asukulu births was 2023 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Asukulu. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Asukulu. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
12
~ 1 in 28,562,862 Americans
Peak year
2023
7 babies that year
Average age
3
years old
2024 SSA rank
#12,473
Tracked since 2023
Popularity
Asukulu: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Asukulu 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 Asukulu during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 12 | 0 | 12 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Asukulu
Asukulu is an ancient name with roots tracing back to the Igbo people of present-day southeastern Nigeria. The name is believed to have originated from the Igbo words "asu" meaning "to cook" and "kulu" meaning "strength," thus signifying a person with strength or vigor in cooking or preparing food.
The earliest recorded use of the name Asukulu can be found in oral traditions and folklore passed down through generations of Igbo storytellers. It is mentioned in several Igbo folktales and proverbs, often associated with characters known for their culinary prowess or their ability to provide sustenance for their families and communities.
One of the earliest known historical figures with the name Asukulu was a renowned chef who lived in the 16th century during the reign of the Nri Kingdom, a powerful Igbo civilization. This Asukulu was celebrated for his innovative cooking techniques and his ability to create delectable dishes from local ingredients, earning him a reputation that extended beyond the kingdom's borders.
In the 18th century, another notable Asukulu emerged as a prominent figure in the Arochukwu Kingdom, a region known for its rich culinary traditions. This Asukulu was a master of traditional Igbo cuisine and was revered for her knowledge of herbs, spices, and cooking methods passed down through generations.
During the 19th century, an Asukulu from the Onitsha region gained fame for his skill in preparing ceremonial dishes for important cultural events and festivals. His expertise in combining flavors and adhering to traditional recipes was widely respected among his peers.
In the early 20th century, a woman named Asukulu from the Owerri area became renowned for her mastery of local delicacies and her dedication to preserving Igbo culinary heritage. She was often sought after for her knowledge and was known to mentor younger generations in the art of traditional Igbo cooking.
While the name Asukulu has deep historical roots in Igbo culture, it has also been adopted by individuals from other parts of Nigeria and beyond, reflecting the rich diversity of names and their ability to transcend cultural boundaries.
People
Asukulu + last name combinations
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FAQ
Asukulu: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Asukulu?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 12 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Asukulu 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 28,562,862 US residents.
Is Asukulu a common name?
We classify Asukulu as "Very Rare". It ranks above 32.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 12 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Asukulu most popular?
The single biggest year for Asukulu was 2023, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Asukulu is about 3 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
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 Asukulu in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Asukulu a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Asukulu 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 Asukulu still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Asukulu 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 Asukulu 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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Asukulu?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.