Mahima
Meaninggreatness · Sanskrit
Mahima is an Indian girl name meaning “greatness”, 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 simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Mahima would score 13 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
- GenerationMahima peaked in 2000, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Mahima you'd meet today is about 25 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Mahima would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 227,273 baby girls got the name in 2025.
- HistoryMahima first shows up in US birth records in 1993, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 32 years since.
US births per million girls, 1993–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Mahima
Mahima is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “greatness”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades and is still gaining fans. 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 Mahima
What does the name Mahima mean?
Mahima means “greatness” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Majesty (“greatness”).
What is the origin of the name Mahima?
Mahima 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 Mahima a boy or girl name?
Mahima is a girl name. In 2025, 7 US girls were named Mahima.
How popular is the name Mahima?
Mahima ranked #11,932 for US girls in 2025, given to 7 babies. Its best year was 2000, when it reached #3,808. Over the last five years it has climbed 210 places.
What names are similar to Mahima?
If you like Mahima, you might also like Majesty.
What should I know before naming my baby Mahima?
Mahima is an Indian girl name meaning “greatness”, 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 simple to spell and say, 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.