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Girl Name Indian · Hindu

Raksha

Pronunciation /RAKSH-a/

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“protection”

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Raksha's Numerology

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The Expression (Destiny) number, calculated from the letters of Raksha.

22
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GenderGirl
OriginHindu
Starting soundRa
Numerology22 · The Master Builder
Name-based RashiTula (Libra)
Traditional gemstoneDiamond
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Name Starting-Sound Rashi
R → Tula (Libra)
Traditional name-sound (akshar) association
Lucky gemstone: Diamond
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Meaning of Raksha

Raksha is a girl name of Hindu origin, popular among Indian families. It means “protection, guardian, defender”.

Raksha's Style

Hindu Indian Timeless Medium Girl

Raksha at a Glance

Popularity
79/100
Modern Style
50/100
Uniqueness
21/100
Pronunciation
88/100

Raksha is a popular, easy to pronounce, widely familiar name with a balanced character.

Raksha Popularity Graph

🇮🇳 India · rank by year (#1 = most popular)

#73#96#1182015201920232026
Status
Moderately Popular
Direction
↑ Rising
Est. Position
~#73

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Raksha Name Profile

Meaningprotection
OriginIndian · Hindu
GenderGirl Name
First LetterR
Letters6
Syllables2
Baby Name Generator Popularity Score79/100

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