Holding steady, #13,208 for girls today.
Popularity of Daksha since 2007
Babies named Daksha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 12 |
| 2010s | 84 |
| 2020s | 41 |
Meaning & origin
Daksha first appeared in U.S. naming records in 2007, a relatively recent entry for a name with ancient roots. It reached its peak rank of 13,208 in 2012, and has since remained fairly stable. Currently, about 1 in 267,878 girls receives this name, making it a rare but not unheard-of choice. The name's Sanskrit origin ties it to Hindu mythology, where Daksha is a Prajapati and father of Sati. Its meaning of 'skill' or 'competence' gives it a positive, aspirational quality. While not among the top 1,000 names, Daksha holds steady appeal, likely favored by families with cultural ties to India or those seeking a distinctive name with spiritual resonance.
Daksha derives from the Sanskrit root 'dakṣ' meaning 'to be able' or 'to be competent.' In Hindu mythology, Daksha is a Prajapati (creator deity) and father of Sati. The name appears in the Rigveda and later Puranic literature. As a feminine name, it is used in modern India, particularly among Hindu families.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dakshu
Variants: Daksh
Sibling names for Daksha
Names that share Daksha's style, for a brother or sister.
