Wise, intelligent, or bright
Akeelah is a modern variant of the Arabic name Akilah. It signifies a person who is discerning, intelligent, and possesses great wisdom. The name gained significant recognition in the United States following the release of the 2006 film Akeelah and the Bee.
Less common today
Akeelah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #709 in 2006.
The young spelling bee protagonist · Akeelah and the Bee
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
