Kamakshi
Kamakshi is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “She whose eyes awaken love”.
| Meaning | She whose eyes awaken love |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | कामाक्षी |
| Pronunciation | kaa-MAAK-shee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Kamakshi
Kamakshi joins kama, 'love' or 'desire', with akshi, 'eye', and is usually explained as 'the one with loving eyes' or 'she whose eyes fulfil desires'. It is a name of the goddess Parvati, especially as worshipped at the great Kamakshi Amman temple in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu. Devotional works such as the Mooka Panchashati are dedicated to her. It is a traditional name in South Indian families.
Is Kamakshi a Hindu name?
Kamakshi is one of the major forms of the Mother Goddess, closely linked with Kanchipuram and the Kanchi Shankaracharya tradition.
How popular is Kamakshi?
A traditional name in Tamil Nadu and neighbouring states.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kamakshi mean?
Kamakshi means 'She whose eyes awaken love'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Kamakshi a Hindu name?
Kamakshi is one of the major forms of the Mother Goddess, closely linked with Kanchipuram and the Kanchi Shankaracharya tradition.
How do you pronounce Kamakshi?
Kamakshi is pronounced kaa-MAAK-shee.
Is Kamakshi a boy or girl name?
Kamakshi is usually a girl name.