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Meenakshi

Girl name · Indian

Meaningfish-eyed goddess · Sanskrit

Meenakshi is an Indian girl name meaning “fish-eyed goddess”, 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.

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  • Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Meenakshi would score 18 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
  • GenerationMeenakshi is having its moment right now. Most Meenakshis are still in diapers or at preschool, so picture a Gen Alpha or Gen Beta kid.
  • Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Meenakshi would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 35,714 baby girls got the name in 2025.
  • HistoryMeenakshi first shows up in US birth records in 1985, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 40 years since.
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US births per million girls, 1985–2025

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About the name Meenakshi

Meenakshi is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “fish-eyed goddess”. 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 has been around for generations, yet it's never been more loved than it is today. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.

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Questions about the name Meenakshi

What does the name Meenakshi mean?

Meenakshi means “fish-eyed goddess” 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 Meenakshi?

Meenakshi 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 Meenakshi a boy or girl name?

Meenakshi is a girl name. In 2025, 45 US girls were named Meenakshi.

How popular is the name Meenakshi?

Meenakshi ranked #3,389 for US girls in 2025, given to 45 babies. That's its best rank ever: the name is at the height of its popularity right now. Over the last five years it has climbed 1,925 places.

What names are similar to Meenakshi?

If you like Meenakshi, you might also like Athena, Thea, Minerva and Uma.

What should I know before naming my baby Meenakshi?

Meenakshi is an Indian girl name meaning “fish-eyed goddess”, 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.