Find out how popular the first name Akshara has been for the last 29 years (from 1995 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Akshara by gender

Based on the last 29 years of data, Akshara is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 69 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Akshara.

The history of the first name Akshara

The given name Akshara has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which is one of the oldest languages in the world and was the primary language of the ancient Indian subcontinent. The name Akshara is derived from the Sanskrit word "Akshara," which means "imperishable" or "eternal."

In the Hindu religious tradition, Akshara is a concept that refers to the eternal and unchanging aspect of the divine, often associated with the supreme being or the universal consciousness. The name is mentioned in several ancient Hindu scriptures, including the Upanishads and the Bhagavad Gita, which date back to around the 5th century BCE.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Akshara can be found in the Mahabharata, the ancient Indian epic that is considered one of the longest poems in the world. In the Mahabharata, Akshara is mentioned as the name of a sage who was renowned for his wisdom and spiritual knowledge.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who have borne the name Akshara. One such person was Akshara Devi (born in the 16th century), who was a renowned poet and scholar from the Braj region of northern India. Her works, which were written in the Braj Bhasha language, were widely celebrated for their devotional and spiritual themes.

Another famous Akshara was Akshara Haridasa (1480-1590), who was a celebrated mystic and saint from the Indian state of Karnataka. He was known for his devotional compositions, which were written in the Kannada language and are still widely recited and sung in the region today.

In more recent times, Akshara Gowda Havaldar (1911-1994) was an Indian freedom fighter who participated in the Indian independence movement against British colonial rule. He was a follower of Mahatma Gandhi and was imprisoned several times for his non-violent resistance activities.

Akshara Reddy (born 1985) is a contemporary Indian actress and model who has appeared in various Tollywood (Telugu language) films. She is known for her performances in movies such as "Athidhi" and "Jai Lava Kusa."

Akshara Hasan (born 1991) is an Indian singer and musician who has gained popularity for her Carnatic music performances and collaborations with various artists from different genres. She has released several albums and has performed at numerous concerts and music festivals around the world.

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