Akal
Akal is a Sikh boy name of Punjabi (Sikh) origin, meaning “Timeless, immortal”.
| Meaning | Timeless, immortal |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Punjabi (Sikh) |
| Written as | ਅਕਾਲ |
| Pronunciation | uh-KAAL |
| Tradition | Sikh |
| Used in | India, Canada, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Akal
Akal, also spelled Akaal, means 'timeless' or 'not subject to death', from kaal, 'time' or 'death', with a negative prefix. The word is used for God throughout Sikh scripture and in phrases like Akal Purakh, 'the Timeless Being'. It appears in the name of the Akal Takht in Amritsar and in the greeting 'Sat Sri Akal'. As a given name it is chosen as a direct tribute to the divine.
Is Akal a Sikh name?
Akal is a core Sikh name for God; Sikhs giving it to a son add Singh, and it is occasionally used for girls with Kaur.
How popular is Akal?
Used by Sikh families as a devotional name, uncommon overall.
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Spellings and variants of Akal
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Akal mean?
Akal means 'Timeless, immortal'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh) origin.
Is Akal a Sikh name?
Akal is a core Sikh name for God; Sikhs giving it to a son add Singh, and it is occasionally used for girls with Kaur.
How do you pronounce Akal?
Akal is pronounced uh-KAAL.
Is Akal a boy or girl name?
Akal is usually a boy name.