Lakshana

Meaning of Lakshana

Lakshana (LUHK-shuh-nuh) comes from the lyrical sounds of Sanskrit, where it means “auspicious mark” or “distinguishing sign.” In Indian lore, anything that bears a lucky mark is thought to be headed for bright things, so the name quietly carries a promise of prosperity—rather like a secret four-leaf clover tucked into a pocket. She shares linguistic roots with Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of abundance, which only adds to her glow. In the United States Lakshana is still a rare bloom, appearing fewer than ten times a year and hovering around the 950th spot on the baby-name charts—uncommon enough to turn heads, yet familiar enough to roll off the tongue with ease. Parents who choose Lakshana often say they love how it blends global heritage with an upbeat, goal-oriented spirit; the name almost seems to whisper, “Aim high, little one.” All in all, Lakshana is a gentle yet purposeful choice—warm, melodic, and sparkling with the hint of good fortune.

Pronunciation

Sanskrit

• Pronunced as LUHK-shuh-nuh (/lʌkˈʃənə/)

• Laxmi
• Lakshmi
• Lekisha
• Lekha
• Laksha