✨ Unisex Name Indian · Sanskrit

DAKSHINA

Pronunciation /daksh-IN-a/

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“compassionate”

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Meaning of DAKSHINA

DAKSHINA is a unisex name of Sanskrit origin, popular among Indian families. It means “The Compassionate Kali — the most commonly worshipped form, with her right foot forward”.

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Popularity
87/100
Modern Style
50/100
Uniqueness
13/100
Pronunciation
76/100

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#55#73#912015201920232026
Status
Moderately Popular
Direction
↑ Rising
2026 Rank
#55

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Dak Daks Daky Dakshin Dakshi

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RWIDHANK GOPALA RADHARAMAN VISHNU AADITYA KALI MADHUSUDAN NARAYAN

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📋 Key Info

Meaningcompassionate
OriginIndian
GenderUnisex Name
Popularity87/100

📈 Name Statistics

Short Meaningcompassionate
First Name LetterD
Total Letters9
Syllables3
Gender Group✨ Unisex
Heritage OriginIndian
Dialect BaseSanskrit
Registry Popularity87/100

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