Rashi
Rashi is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Heap, collection; zodiac sign”.
| Meaning | Heap, collection; zodiac sign |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | राशि |
| Pronunciation | RAA-shee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Rashi
Rashi is the Sanskrit rāśi, which means 'heap, quantity, collection' and, in Indian astrology, a sign of the zodiac. A person's rashi is the sign the moon occupied at their birth, so the word is part of everyday family life in India. As a girl's name it became popular in the late twentieth century. Rashi is also, separately, the famous acronym of the medieval Jewish scholar Rabbi Shlomo Yitzchaki.
Is Rashi a Hindu name?
Rashi is a Hindu name; the rashi of a newborn is traditionally consulted when choosing the first letter of a name.
How popular is Rashi?
Fairly common among girls in northern India.
Gifts with the name Rashi
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Spellings and variants of Rashi
Names similar to Rashi
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rashi mean?
Rashi means 'Heap, collection; zodiac sign'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Rashi a Hindu name?
Rashi is a Hindu name; the rashi of a newborn is traditionally consulted when choosing the first letter of a name.
How do you pronounce Rashi?
Rashi is pronounced RAA-shee.
Is Rashi a boy or girl name?
Rashi is usually a girl name.