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Rukmini

Girl name · Indian

Meaningwife of Krishna · Sanskrit

Rukmini is an Indian girl name meaning “wife of Krishna”, 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, Rukmini would score 13 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
  • GenerationRukmini is having its moment right now. Most Rukminis are still in diapers or at preschool, so picture a Gen Alpha or Gen Beta kid.
  • HistoryRukmini first shows up in US birth records in 1991, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 34 years since.
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US births per million girls, 1991–2025

02.55199120002024

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Rukmini

Rukmini is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “wife of Krishna”. 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. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.

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Questions about the name Rukmini

What does the name Rukmini mean?

Rukmini means “wife of Krishna” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Yashoda (“mother of Krishna”).

What is the origin of the name Rukmini?

Rukmini 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 Rukmini a boy or girl name?

Rukmini is a girl name.

How popular is the name Rukmini?

Rukmini is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2024. It peaked at #11,146 in 2021, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.

What names are similar to Rukmini?

If you like Rukmini, you might also like Yashoda.

What should I know before naming my baby Rukmini?

Rukmini is an Indian girl name meaning “wife of Krishna”, 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.