Boy nameCurrently #592 in the USRising
Anakin
//ˈænɑˌkɪn//
3 syllablesPeak year: 20236 lettersStarts with A
Meaning & origin
We're still researching Anakin's meaning
We don't have a verified origin story for this name yet — we'd rather leave it blank than make one up. Check back soon, or explore the popularity data below in the meantime.
Anakin's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Anakin |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 26 |
| 1999 | 114 |
| 2000 | 96 |
| 2001 | 66 |
| 2002 | 69 |
| 2003 | 54 |
| 2004 | 66 |
| 2005 | 133 |
| 2006 | 120 |
| 2007 | 102 |
| 2008 | 101 |
| 2009 | 119 |
| 2010 | 100 |
| 2011 | 91 |
| 2012 | 128 |
| 2013 | 143 |
| 2014 | 220 |
| 2015 | 237 |
| 2016 | 314 |
| 2017 | 329 |
| 2018 | 280 |
| 2019 | 222 |
| 2020 | 366 |
| 2021 | 431 |
| 2022 | 473 |
| 2023 | 547 |
| 2024 | 482 |
Anakin through the decades
- Anakin peaked in 2023, when 547 babies were named Anakin in the US.
- Over the last 10 years of data (2015–2024), use of Anakin has risen 193% compared to the 10 years before that.
- Anakin currently ranks #592 in the US and is on the rise.