Abha
Meaningglow · Sanskrit
Abha is an Indian girl name meaning “glow”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- Word funAbha starts and ends with the same letter, A. A neat little bookend.
- GenerationAbha peaked in 1980, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Abha you'd meet today is about 45 years old.
- HistoryAbha first shows up in US birth records in 1980, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 45 years since.
US births per million girls, 1980–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Abha
Abha is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “glow”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It hit its peak in the 1980s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
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- Unisex name: Arya · noble
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- Unisex name: Veda · knowledge
Questions about the name Abha
What does the name Abha mean?
Abha means “glow” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Kawena (“the glow”).
What is the origin of the name Abha?
Abha is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Maya (“illusion”), Lyla (“night”), Arya (“noble”) and Kali (“black”).
Is Abha a boy or girl name?
Abha is a girl name.
How popular is the name Abha?
Abha is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2018. It peaked at #8,178 in 1980, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Abha?
If you like Abha, you might also like Kawena.
What should I know before naming my baby Abha?
Abha is an Indian girl name meaning “glow”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.