Likely a modern variation of Achilles or Akilah
Akyli is a rare modern name with ambiguous roots. It is often interpreted as a creative feminine variation of the Greek name Achilles, meaning 'pain', or a phonetic variant of the Arabic name Akilah, meaning 'intelligent' or 'wise'.
About 9 girls were named Akyli in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).