Lakshana
Lakshana is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Auspicious mark, good sign”.
| Meaning | Auspicious mark, good sign |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | लक्षणा |
| Pronunciation | LUK-shuh-naa |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka |
Meaning and origin of Lakshana
Lakshana comes from the Sanskrit lakshana, 'sign, mark, characteristic', used especially for the auspicious marks believed to show good fortune. In Indian literary theory the word also names a figure of speech, 'indication', where words point beyond their literal sense. The name is popular in South India, where it is often written Lakshana or Lakshanaa, and it shares its root with Lakshmi and Lakshmana.
Is Lakshana a Hindu name?
Lakshana is a Hindu name; in some Puranic lists a Lakshmana or Lakshana appears among the principal wives of Krishna, though the name is mostly chosen for its auspicious meaning.
How popular is Lakshana?
Fairly common in South India, especially Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.
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Spellings and variants of Lakshana
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lakshana mean?
Lakshana means 'Auspicious mark, good sign'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Lakshana a Hindu name?
Lakshana is a Hindu name; in some Puranic lists a Lakshmana or Lakshana appears among the principal wives of Krishna, though the name is mostly chosen for its auspicious meaning.
How do you pronounce Lakshana?
Lakshana is pronounced LUK-shuh-naa.
Is Lakshana a boy or girl name?
Lakshana is usually a girl name.