Indian cricketing icon Virat Kohli and Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma proudly announced the birth of their second child, a baby boy named Akaay, on Tuesday, February 20.

Sharing their joy on various social media platforms, Anushka Sharma's heartfelt note read, "With abundant happiness and our hearts full of love, we are pleased to inform everyone that on 15th February, we welcomed our baby boy Akaay & Vamika’s little brother into this world! We seek your blessings and good wishes in this beautiful time in our lives. We request you to kindly respect our privacy at this time. Love & Gratitude, Virat & Anushka."

What is the meaning of Akaay?

'As Kohli and Anushka Sharma have chosen the name 'Akaay' for their son, fans are curious about its meaning. The name 'Akaay' originates from Turkish and is also gender-neutral, representing the 'shining moon.' In Sanskrit, it translates to something formless or without a body. The couple has not yet confirmed the specific origin of the word they considered before naming their son.

This recent addition to Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma's family comes after the birth of their first child, Vamika, in 2021. In an earlier Instagram post, Anushka introduced Vamika to the world, expressing profound gratitude for the experience of motherhood. The name "Vamika" is rooted in Sanskrit and means Goddess Durga.