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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Water
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- AK-wuh
Aqua is a Latin name meaning "water," pronounced AK-wuh. It's short, easy to say, and carries a clear, simple meaning that's easy to explain to family and friends.
Meaning & Origin of Aqua
Meaning: Water.
Origin: Latin.
Source: Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Aqua
AK-wuhIPA /ˈækwə/
Popularity of Aqua
Aqua has stayed rare in the U.S. It peaked at #6927 in 1977 with 8 babies, and in 2023 it ranked #9675 with just 10 babies, so a child named Aqua is unlikely to share the name with a classmate.
Names Like Aqua
These names have followed a similar path to Aqua in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Aqua mean?
Water. (Source: Wikipedia)
How do you pronounce Aqua?
Aqua is pronounced AK-wuh (IPA: /ˈækwə/).
Is Aqua a popular name right now?
Aqua peaked at #6927 in 1977 and is ranked #9675 as of 2023. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1969–2023.)
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