Lakshmi Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLUCK-shmee / /ˈlʌkʃmi/Sanskrit
Meaning
Goddess of wealth and prosperity
Historical & Cultural Background
Lakshmi is a prominent goddess in Hindu mythology, representing wealth, fortune, and prosperity. She is often depicted with gold coins and is associated with the festival of Diwali, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness. Worship of Lakshmi is common among Hindus, especially during financial endeavors and new beginnings.
Trend Summary
The name Lakshmi has seen consistent cultural significance in India, though it is less common in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Laxmi
International Variants
- Lakshmi (Hindi)
- Laxmi (Hindi)
Famous people named Lakshmi
Lakshmi Mittal is a prominent steel magnate known for being the chairman and CEO of ArcelorMittal, the world's largest steelmaking company.
Lakshmi Prasad Jukal is an Indian politician recognized for his contributions to local governance.
Lakshmi Menon is an Indian actress known for her work in Tamil and Malayalam films.
Lakshmi Narayan Tripathi is a well-known Indian transgender activist and dancer.
Fictional characters named Lakshmi
Lakshmi is a character in the video game 'Smite,' representing the goddess of wealth and prosperity.
Lakshmi is featured in the animated series 'Little Krishna' as a divine figure.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lakshmi was first seen in the United States in 1971. Lakshmi has ranked as high as #1290 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Lakshmi has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lakshmi (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 19 |
| 2005 | 29 |
| 2006 | 24 |
| 2007 | 35 |
| 2008 | 31 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2010 | 33 |
| 2011 | 56 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 36 |
| 2014 | 23 |
| 2015 | 30 |
| 2016 | 29 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 24 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 25 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 27 |