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Lakshmi Pronunciation

Lakshmi is pronounced LUHK-shmee /ˈlʌk.ʃmi/Medium

Meaning: From Sanskrit lakshmi, 'good fortune, prosperity, wealth, beauty' — the goddess of fortune and consort of VishnuHigh

In 30 seconds: Goddess of fortune: Lakshmi is Sanskrit for 'good fortune, prosperity, beauty' — the great goddess of wealth. Auspicious, beloved, and warm.

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Origin HighSanskrit

MeaningFrom Sanskrit lakshmi, 'good fortune, prosperity, wealth, beauty' — the goddess of fortune and consort of Vishnu

U.S. rank (2024)#4949 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births27 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2011

Total births (all-time)≈ 859

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Lakshmi comes from Sanskrit lakshmi, 'good fortune, prosperity, wealth, beauty' — the revered goddess of fortune and consort of Vishnu, central to the festival of Diwali. An auspicious, beloved name across India.

In the U.S. it appears in South Asian families. Rare, good-fortune at the root, and auspicious.

Did you know? Lakshmi is the Hindu goddess of fortune, wealth, prosperity, and beauty (consort of Vishnu) — her name means 'good fortune'; deeply auspicious and beloved, honored at Diwali.

Overall data confidence 85%

Sanskrit references — Lakshmi — etymology

Variations

LaxmiLakshmii

Nicknames

Lakshu

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Lakshmi?

Lakshmi is pronounced LUHK-shmee (/ˈlʌk.ʃmi/). Press play above to hear Lakshmi said aloud.

How do you say Lakshmi?

Lakshmi is said LUHK-shmee (/ˈlʌk.ʃmi/). Press play above to hear Lakshmi said aloud.

What does the name Lakshmi mean?

Lakshmi is Sanskrit for 'good fortune, prosperity, beauty' — the goddess of fortune.

Is Lakshmi a boy or girl name?

Lakshmi is a girl's name.

How popular is Lakshmi?

Lakshmi is a rare name in the U.S.