Usha
Hinduism · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Usha
Usha derives from Sanskrit and means "dawn" or "morning," rooted in the word for the first light of day.
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Etymology
Usha derives from Sanskrit and means "dawn" or "morning," rooted in the word for the first light of day. The name is primarily used in Hindu and Indian cultures, particularly among Sanskrit-speaking communities, with historical significance in Hindu mythology where Usha is a goddess of dawn mentioned in the Rigveda.
Usha currently ranks #17,800 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1973.
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