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Darshana

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Pronounced dur-SHAH-nuh /dərˈʃɑː.nə/Medium

Meaning: Darshana comes from the Sanskrit darshana, meaning 'sight,' 'vision,' or 'auspicious viewing' (as of a deity or holy person); it also names the schools of Indian philosophy. A documented Sanskrit name carrying a sense of seeing and insight.Medium

In 30 seconds: A name of sight and insight: Darshana means 'vision; auspicious viewing' in Sanskrit (said 'dur-SHAH-nuh').
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Origin MediumSanskrit
MeaningDarshana comes from the Sanskrit darshana, meaning 'sight,' 'vision,' or 'auspicious viewing' (as of a deity or holy person); it also names the schools of Indian philosophy. A documented Sanskrit name carrying a sense of seeing and insight.
U.S. rank (2025)#15471 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 97

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202319712025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

As a girl's name, Darshana comes from Sanskrit darshana, 'sight; vision; auspicious viewing.' The word carries deep meaning in Indian tradition, from the reverent viewing of a deity to the six darshanas, the schools of philosophy. A name of insight (said 'dur-SHAH-nuh').

It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S., with steadier use in India. Rare, meaningful, and rooted.

Did you know? Darshana is Sanskrit for 'sight' or 'auspicious viewing' — the sacred act of beholding a deity — and also names the classical schools of Indian philosophy (said 'dur-SHAH-nuh').
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References — Darshana — Sanskrit 'sight; vision; auspicious viewing; philosophy'

Variations

DarshiniDarshitaDarsha

Nicknames

DarshShana

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Darshana mean?

Darshana is Sanskrit for 'sight; vision; auspicious viewing'; it also names the schools of Indian philosophy.

How do you pronounce Darshana?

It's said dur-SHAH-nuh /dərˈʃɑː.nə/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Darshana a boy or girl name?

Darshana is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Darshana?

Darshana is a rare name for girls in the U.S.

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