Akshay
First Name Meaning, Usage, Popularity & Related Names
Akshay is a Sanskrit name meaning “indestructible”. It is a uncommon name, overwhelmingly used for boys, with 99.85% male usage.
Meaning & Origin of the name Akshay
Akshay is a name of Sanskrit origin, functioning as a masculine given name rooted in Hindu tradition. It is composed of the prefix a, denoting negation, and kshaya, meaning decay or end, collectively signifying that which is eternal or indestructible. The name is deeply embedded in the cultural landscape of India, often referencing the imperishable nature of truth or cosmic order.
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Gender Usage of the Name Akshay
Overall Gender Classification Methodology
Akshay is overwhelmingly used as a name for boys. Approximately 99.85% of recorded bearers are male. This classification is supported by extensive records and is considered highly reliable.
Popularity of the Name Akshay
Note: Green bars show popularity (% of births); the violet line shows historical ranking. Data is based on official government birth records. Click any chart to view details by year and region.
Overall PopularityMethodology
Akshay is listed under Uncommon Boy Names worldwide. Its overall popularity is supported by stronger usage in Canada across the available regional markets.
| Region | Popularity | Birth Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Uncommon | 1 in every 229K births |
| United Kingdom | Common | 1 in every 159K births |
| Canada | Common | 1 in every 180K births |
| Australia | Uncommon | 1 in every 1.03M births |
Ranking OverviewMethodology
Akshay ranked #5,533 on the Popular Boys’ Names Worldwide List (2025). This year the name appears in the official list for this region after being absent in the prior official year. Newly recorded in the latest official lists, Akshay shows early signs of usage.
Historically, its best recorded position was #996 in 1995. Its lowest recorded position was #7,867 in 2022. Over the last 7 years (2018–2025) the name fell -1998 places (from #3,535 to #5,533).
Name StyleMethodology
Akshay is classified as Vintage Boy Names because its historical peak was 1996, followed by a decline to 0% of that peak and a recent recovery to 2.33x the preceding level.Characteristics of the Name Akshay
Pronunciation & StructureMethodology
- Phonetic Source
- Namedary
- Syllables
- 2 syllables — Two-Syllable Boy Names
- Length
- 6 letters — Medium-Length Boy Names
- Starts with
- A — Boy Names Starting with A
- Ends with
- y — Boy Names Ending in “y”
Name AestheticMethodology
Akshay follows a two-syllableprimary-secondary pattern that ends on a resonant open vowel. The name is deeply ingrained in Indian history and spiritual texts, conveying endurance and immortality. This phonetic energy and significant cultural roots support a Strong & Powerful aesthetic.
Middle Names For Akshay
Middle names used with AkshayMethodology
Akshay is most frequently used with these boy middle names: Akshay Kumar · Akshay Michael · Akshay Maganlal · Akshay Pratap · Akshay JohnView all 8 boy middle names.
Middle name suggestions for AkshayMethodology
Based on observed first-middle-name pattern combinations, Akshay is most frequently associated with boy middle names that have 2 syllables, Strong–Weak stress pattern, 5 letters, and a starting sound of “a”.
Examples: Akshay Allen · Akshay Allan · Akshay Alvin · Akshay Asher · Akshay Anson. View all 74 suggested middle names.
Names Similar to Akshay
Sound Like Akshay Finder
Names with the exact same overall pronunciation and sound: Akash · Aakash · Akaash · View all 10 names
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Names that begin with a similar phonetic sound: Anthony · Andrew · Alexander · View all Top 100 names
Rhymes With Akshay Finder
Names that share similar ending sounds and rhymes: Jose · Jay · Ray · View all Top 100 names
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Names with matching syllable stress and pronunciation rhythm: Eugene · Luis · Bernard · View all Top 100 names
Dictionary & Etymology of “Akshay”
Dictionary Meaning of "Akshay"Methodology
A male given name from Hindi
Translations
The name Akshay has 8 translations, for example: in Russian it is rendered as male given name, etc..
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How to Spell Akshay in ASL
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