Akash
Meaningsky · Sanskrit
Akash 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 easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Akash would score 12 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
- GenerationAkash peaked in 2002, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Akash you'd meet today is about 23 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Akash would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 74,074 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryAkash first shows up in US birth records in 1975, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 50 years since.
US births per million boys, 1975–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Akash
Akash 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 2000s, 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 Akash
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 Akash
What does the name Akash mean?
Akash 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 Akash?
Akash 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 Akash a boy or girl name?
Akash is a boy name. In 2025, 23 US boys were named Akash.
How popular is the name Akash?
Akash ranked #4,396 for US boys in 2025, given to 23 babies. Its best year was 2002, when it reached #1,191. Over the last five years it has slipped 1,471 places.
What names are similar to Akash?
If you like Akash, you might also like Aakash, Sky, Lani, Caelum and Sora. Aakash is another spelling of the same name.
What should I know before naming my baby Akash?
Akash 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 easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, 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.