Declining since 2010.
Popularity of Akshita since 2000
Babies named Akshita per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 124 |
| 2010s | 168 |
| 2020s | 22 |
Meaning & origin
Akshita is a Sanskrit-derived feminine name meaning 'eternal' or 'imperishable.' It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2000 and reached its peak popularity in 2010. Since then, its usage has been falling, and in 2025 it did not rank within the top 1,000 names. The name is most common among Indian-American families and reflects a cultural preference for names with spiritual and philosophical meanings.
Akshita is a feminine name of Sanskrit origin, derived from the word 'akṣita' (अक्षित), meaning 'undecaying,' 'imperishable,' or 'eternal.' It is a traditional Indian name, often chosen for its spiritual connotations of permanence and continuity. The name has seen moderate use in India and among the Indian diaspora since the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Akshu, Kshita, Akshi
Variants: Akshitta, Akshitaa
Sibling names for Akshita
Names that share Akshita's style, for a brother or sister.
