Akin
Boy nameAkin has been given to 365 babies in the U.S. since 1971. It peaked in 1998. In 2025, about 1 in 142,340 boys was named Akin.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
365
Peak year
1998 (14 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1971
10-year trend
▲ +50%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Akin — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Akin.
Sibling name ideas for Akin
Same era and popularity as Akin, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Akin?
Akin has been given to 365 babies in the U.S. since 1971. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Akin peak?
Akin peaked in 1998, when 14 babies were given the name.
Is Akin a girl or boy name?
Akin is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Akin are boys).
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