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Akanksha

"Desire, wish, longing"

About the Name Akanksha

Meaning

Desire, wish, longing

Origin

Sanskrit

Gender

Girl

First Letter

A

Akanksha is a girl name of Sanskrit origin. The name means "Desire, wish, longing" and It has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with A or explore other Sanskrit names.

Popularity Over Time

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1950
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1960
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1970
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1980
#8
1990
#110
2000
#54
2010
#5
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Akanksha

  • AD Akanksha Dey (Indian actress and model)

Names Similar to Akanksha

Akshara

Girl

Letter, syllable, or imperishable; represents written and spoken word.

Akira

Unisex

Bright, clear, intelligent, dawn

Quick Facts

Syllables
3
Letters
8
Starts with
A
Origin
Sanskrit

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