Deepshikha
Deepshikha is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Flame of a lamp”.
| Meaning | Flame of a lamp |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | दीपशिखा |
| Pronunciation | deep-SHI-khah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Deepshikha
Deepshikha combines dipa, 'lamp', with shikha, 'flame' or 'crest', meaning the tip of a lamp's flame. Classical Sanskrit poets used it as a figure of slender, radiant beauty; Kalidasa was given the epithet Deepashikha Kalidasa for a famous simile comparing a princess to a moving lamp flame. It is also the title of a poetry collection by Mahadevi Varma. The name is used across northern India.
Is Deepshikha a Hindu name?
Deepshikha is a Hindu name evoking the flame of the worship lamp.
How popular is Deepshikha?
An established, moderately uncommon name in northern India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Deepshikha mean?
Deepshikha means 'Flame of a lamp'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Deepshikha a Hindu name?
Deepshikha is a Hindu name evoking the flame of the worship lamp.
How do you pronounce Deepshikha?
Deepshikha is pronounced deep-SHI-khah.
Is Deepshikha a boy or girl name?
Deepshikha is usually a girl name.