Darshana
Meaningvision · Sanskrit
Darshana is an Indian girl name meaning “vision”, 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 flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
Did you know?
- Hidden namesLook closely: Darshana has the name Hana hiding inside it.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Darshana would score 12 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
- GenerationDarshana peaked in 1971, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Darshana you'd meet today is about 54 years old. Now it's back in style, so there's a whole new generation of baby Darshanas too.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Darshana would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 322,581 baby girls got the name in 2025.
- HistoryDarshana first shows up in US birth records in 1971, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 54 years since.
US births per million girls, 1971–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Darshana
Darshana is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “vision”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It hit its peak in the 1970s, 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
- Girl name: Kali · black
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- Unisex name: Veda · knowledge
Questions about the name Darshana
What does the name Darshana mean?
Darshana means “vision” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Aislyn (“dream, vision”), Aisling (“dream, vision”) and Drishti (“sight, vision”).
What is the origin of the name Darshana?
Darshana 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 Darshana a boy or girl name?
Darshana is a girl name. In 2025, 5 US girls were named Darshana.
How popular is the name Darshana?
Darshana ranked #14,942 for US girls in 2025, given to 5 babies. Its best year was 1971, when it reached #7,388.
What names are similar to Darshana?
If you like Darshana, you might also like Aislyn, Aisling and Drishti.
What should I know before naming my baby Darshana?
Darshana is an Indian girl name meaning “vision”, 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 flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.