Wisdom or intelligence
Akeylah is a modern American spelling variant of the Arabic name Aqila. It carries the meaning of being wise, intelligent, or discerning. While the phonetic spelling is contemporary, its roots are deeply tied to traditional virtues of the mind.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Akeylah in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A young spelling bee prodigy · Akeelah and the Bee
