Kushala
Kushala is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Well-being; skilful, auspicious”.
| Meaning | Well-being; skilful, auspicious |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | ಕುಶಲ |
| Pronunciation | KOO-shuh-luh |
| Tradition | Hindu, Buddhist |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Kushala
Kushala comes from Sanskrit kushala, which means 'well', 'safe', 'skilful' or 'auspicious'; in everyday Kannada and Telugu, kushala is how one asks after someone's well-being. As a girl's name it expresses a wish for health and good fortune. It is uncommon but used in Karnataka. The masculine Kushal is more widely used than the feminine form.
Is Kushala a Hindu name?
Kushala is a Hindu name with an auspicious meaning; in Buddhism, kusala (wholesome) describes good, skilful actions.
How popular is Kushala?
An uncommon name, used mainly in Karnataka.
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Spellings and variants of Kushala
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kushala mean?
Kushala means 'Well-being; skilful, auspicious'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Kushala a Hindu name?
Kushala is a Hindu name with an auspicious meaning; in Buddhism, kusala (wholesome) describes good, skilful actions.
How do you pronounce Kushala?
Kushala is pronounced KOO-shuh-luh.
Is Kushala a boy or girl name?
Kushala is usually a girl name.