Lakshmi
Meaninggoddess of fortune · Sanskrit
Lakshmi is an Indian girl name meaning “goddess of fortune”, 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 simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
Did you know?
- Word funLakshmi doesn't repeat a single letter: 7 letters, all different.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Lakshmi would score 16 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
- GenerationLakshmi peaked in 2011, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Lakshmi you'd meet today is about 14 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Lakshmi would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 89,286 baby girls got the name in 2025.
- HistoryLakshmi 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 Lakshmi
Lakshmi is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “goddess of fortune”. 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 2010s, 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
More Indian girl names
- Girl name: Maya · illusion
- Girl name: Lyla · night
- Unisex name: Arya · noble
- Girl name: Kali · black
- Girl name: Serena · calm, serene
- Girl name: Mira · wonderful
- Girl name: Amber · amber resin
- Unisex name: Veda · knowledge
Questions about the name Lakshmi
What does the name Lakshmi mean?
Lakshmi means “goddess of fortune” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Athena (“Greek goddess of wisdom”), Thea (“goddess”), Minerva (“Roman goddess of wisdom”) and Uma (“name of goddess Parvati”).
What is the origin of the name Lakshmi?
Lakshmi 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 Lakshmi a boy or girl name?
Lakshmi is a girl name. In 2025, 18 US girls were named Lakshmi.
How popular is the name Lakshmi?
Lakshmi ranked #6,325 for US girls in 2025, given to 18 babies. Its best year was 2011, when it reached #3,014. Over the last five years it has slipped 242 places.
What names are similar to Lakshmi?
If you like Lakshmi, you might also like Athena, Thea, Minerva and Uma.
What should I know before naming my baby Lakshmi?
Lakshmi is an Indian girl name meaning “goddess of fortune”, 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 simple to spell and say, 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.