Declining since 2012, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Raksha since 1994
Babies named Raksha per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2002, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Raksha's real moment was 2012.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 42 |
| 2010s | 63 |
| 2020s | 28 |
Meaning & origin
Raksha is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'protection,' derived from the root 'rakṣ.' It entered U.S. records in 1994, ranking 14,942nd in 2025 with approximately 1 in 321,453 newborn girls receiving it. Its peak year was 2012, after which its usage has been declining. The name carries strong cultural resonance in Hindu tradition, appearing in ancient epics as a term for protective forces. Though not widely used in the West, its concise sound and meaningful etymology appeal to families seeking a name with depth and virtue.
Raksha is a feminine name derived from the Sanskrit root 'rakṣ', meaning 'to protect' or 'to guard'. It is used in Hindu tradition, often appearing in epic texts such as the Ramayana and Mahabharata. As a given name, it reflects qualities of guardianship and safety.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Raks, Rakshi
Sibling names for Raksha
Names that share Raksha's style, for a brother or sister.
