Aakash
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Aakash is an Indian boy name meaning “sky”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
Did you know?
- Hidden namesLook closely: Aakash has the name Kash hiding inside it.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Aakash would score 13 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
- GenerationAakash peaked in 1992, which makes it a Millennial name. The typical Aakash you'd meet today is about 33 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Aakash would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 188,679 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryAakash first shows up in US birth records in 1979, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 46 years since.
US births per million boys, 1979–2025
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About the name Aakash
Aakash is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “sky”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It hit its peak in the 1990s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
Other spellings of Aakash
More Indian boy names
- Unisex name: Makai · toward the sea
- Boy name: Arjun · bright, shining
- Boy name: Zain · beauty, grace
- Unisex name: Idris · possibly studious
- Boy name: Aarav · peaceful, calm
- Unisex name: Rohan · ascending
- Unisex name: Aryan · noble
- Boy name: Ishaan · lord, ruler
Questions about the name Aakash
What does the name Aakash mean?
Aakash means “sky” and comes from Sanskrit. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Sky (“sky”), Lani (“sky, heaven”), Caelum (“heaven, sky”) and Sora (“sky”).
What is the origin of the name Aakash?
Aakash is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Makai (“toward the sea”), Arjun (“bright, shining”), Zain (“beauty, grace”) and Idris (“possibly studious”).
Is Aakash a boy or girl name?
Aakash is a boy name. In 2025, 9 US boys were named Aakash.
How popular is the name Aakash?
Aakash ranked #8,243 for US boys in 2025, given to 9 babies. Its best year was 1992, when it reached #1,844. Over the last five years it has slipped 2,544 places.
What names are similar to Aakash?
If you like Aakash, you might also like Akash, Sky, Lani, Caelum and Sora. Akash is another spelling of the same name.
What should I know before naming my baby Aakash?
Aakash is an Indian boy name meaning “sky”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.