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Mokshagna

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Pronounced MOHK-shag-nuh /ˈmoːk.ʃəɡ.nə/Medium

Meaning: Mokshagna is a Sanskrit-derived name used mainly in Telugu-speaking families, built on moksha, 'liberation; release from the cycle of rebirth'. It is understood as one who grants or knows liberation, and is used as an epithet of Shiva — a connection we note respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: Mokshagna is built on moksha, 'liberation' — and is used as an epithet of Shiva, which we note respectfully (said 'MOHK-shag-nuh').
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Origin MediumSanskrit, Telugu
MeaningMokshagna is a Sanskrit-derived name used mainly in Telugu-speaking families, built on moksha, 'liberation; release from the cycle of rebirth'. It is understood as one who grants or knows liberation, and is used as an epithet of Shiva — a connection we note respectfully.
U.S. rank (2024)#13536 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2015
Total births (all-time)≈ 27

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201520122024

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

Mokshagna rests on Sanskrit moksha, 'liberation; release', the freeing of the soul from the cycle of rebirth. Read as one who knows or grants liberation, the name is used as an epithet of Shiva and is given chiefly in Telugu-speaking families in South India. It is a name of real spiritual weight, and we note it respectfully rather than treat it as decoration (said 'MOHK-shag-nuh').

It appears rarely in the U.S., mostly in Indian families. Rare, profound, and heritage-rooted.

Did you know? Moksha is release from the cycle of rebirth — the deepest goal in Hindu thought — and Mokshagna, understood as one who grants or knows that liberation, is used as an epithet of Shiva. We note that with respect (said 'MOHK-shag-nuh').
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References — Mokshagna — Sanskrit moksha 'liberation'; epithet of Shiva; Telugu usage

Variations

MokshagnyaMokshMoksha

Nicknames

MokshAgna

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Mokshagna mean?

Mokshagna is built on Sanskrit moksha, 'liberation; release', and is understood as one who grants or knows liberation; it is used as an epithet of Shiva.

How do you pronounce Mokshagna?

It's said MOHK-shag-nuh /ˈmoːk.ʃəɡ.nə/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Mokshagna a boy or girl name?

Mokshagna is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Mokshagna?

Mokshagna is a rare name for boys in the U.S., more familiar in South India.

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