Vishaka
Sanskrit · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Vishaka
Vishaka derives from Sanskrit and means "branching" or "forked," referring to the star cluster Libra in Hindu astronomy, also known as one of the 27 nakshatras (lunar mansions).
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Etymology
Vishaka derives from Sanskrit and means "branching" or "forked," referring to the star cluster Libra in Hindu astronomy, also known as one of the 27 nakshatras (lunar mansions). The name is primarily used in Hindu and Indian cultures, with historical significance in ancient Sanskrit texts and Vedic traditions where Vishaka is personified as a deity associated with determination and courage.
Vishaka currently ranks #2,561 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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