Sakshi
Meaningwitness · Sanskrit
Sakshi is an Indian girl name meaning “witness”, 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.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Sakshi would score 13 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
- GenerationSakshi peaked in 2002, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Sakshi you'd meet today is about 23 years old.
- HistorySakshi first shows up in US birth records in 1999, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 26 years since.
US births per million girls, 1999–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Sakshi
Sakshi is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “witness”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. 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.
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 Sakshi
What does the name Sakshi mean?
Sakshi means “witness” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Shahida (“witness”).
What is the origin of the name Sakshi?
Sakshi 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 Sakshi a boy or girl name?
Sakshi is a girl name.
How popular is the name Sakshi?
Sakshi 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 #4,621 in 2002, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Sakshi?
If you like Sakshi, you might also like Shahida.
What should I know before naming my baby Sakshi?
Sakshi is an Indian girl name meaning “witness”, 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.