Moksh
Meaningliberation · Sanskrit
Moksh is an Indian boy name meaning “liberation”, 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 short and punchy, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with a longer middle name.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Moksh would score 14 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
- GenerationMoksh is having its moment right now. Most Mokshs 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 Moksh would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 48,780 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryMoksh first shows up in US birth records in 2003, the first year at least 5 babies got it. That makes it a fairly new name, younger than many of today's parents.
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About the name Moksh
Moksh is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “liberation”. Short and strong, it's said in a single beat with a crisp finish, so it pairs easily with a longer middle name. 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 boy names
- Unisex name: Makai · toward the sea
- Boy name: Arjun · bright, shining
- Boy name: Zain · beauty, grace
- Unisex name: Idris · possibly studious
- Boy name: Aarav · peaceful, calm
- Unisex name: Rohan · ascending
- Unisex name: Aryan · noble
- Boy name: Ishaan · lord, ruler
Questions about the name Moksh
What does the name Moksh mean?
Moksh means “liberation” and comes from Sanskrit. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Mukund (“giver of liberation”).
What is the origin of the name Moksh?
Moksh is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Makai (“toward the sea”), Arjun (“bright, shining”), Zain (“beauty, grace”) and Idris (“possibly studious”).
Is Moksh a boy or girl name?
Moksh is a boy name. In 2025, 35 US boys were named Moksh.
How popular is the name Moksh?
Moksh ranked #3,314 for US boys in 2025, given to 35 babies. Its best year was 2023, when it reached #2,952. Over the last five years it has climbed 827 places.
What names are similar to Moksh?
If you like Moksh, you might also like Mukund.
What should I know before naming my baby Moksh?
Moksh is an Indian boy name meaning “liberation”, 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 short and punchy, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with a longer middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.