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Lakshya

LAHK-shyah · Meaning 'aim' or 'goal' in Sanskrit, often interpreted as 'target' or 'objective'.

2025 rank (boys)
#6,803
Babies named in 2025
12
Peak popularity
2025
2025 frequency
1 in 142,340 boys
Usually for
Girls & boys
Trend
Rising since 2022

Rising since 2022, #6,803 for boys today.

Popularity of Lakshya since 2008

Babies named Lakshya per year in U.S. Social Security records.

481220102020Most births 2025GirlsBoys
GirlsBoys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirlsBoys
2000s612
2010s4052
2020s1334

Meaning & origin

Lakshya entered U.S. records in 2008 and has been steadily rising, reaching its peak rank of 6,803 in 2025. The name's trajectory shows strong growth since 2022, reflecting increased interest in meaningful Sanskrit names. With a 1-in-142,340 frequency, it remains rare but distinctive. Its aspirational meaning appeals to parents seeking a name with purpose, and its unisex nature adds versatility.

Lakshya derives from the Sanskrit root 'lakṣ', meaning 'to perceive' or 'to aim'. The name is used in Hindi and other Indian languages, often carrying the aspirational sense of a goal or target. It gained popularity in India and among the diaspora, particularly in the 21st century as a modern yet culturally rooted name.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Lucky, Lakh

Variants: Lakshya, Lakshya

Sibling names for Lakshya

Names that share Lakshya's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Aanya, Ishita, Kiara, Myra, Sara

Brothers: Aarav, Arjun, Rohan, Vihaan, Yash

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Lakshya mean?
Lakshya means 'aim' or 'goal' in Sanskrit, reflecting a sense of purpose and ambition.
How popular is the name Lakshya right now?
In 2025, Lakshya ranked 6,803 in the U.S., with about 1 in 142,340 newborns given the name.
Is Lakshya a boy or girl name?
Lakshya is unisex, but it is predominantly used for boys in India and among the diaspora.