Mahima
A feminine name of Hindu origin meaning "greatness" or "glory".
Name Census estimates that about 467 living Americans carry the first name Mahima. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Mahima today is around 18 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Mahima births was 2000 (33 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Mahima. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
467
~ 1 in 733,949 Americans
Peak year
2000
33 babies that year
Average age
18
years old
2024 SSA rank
#9,292
Tracked since 1993
Popularity
Mahima: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Mahima from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 227 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Mahima by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Mahima during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Mahimas live
The SSA's state-level files cover 3 states and territories. California, New York, New Jersey recorded the most babies named Mahima, while New Jersey, New York, California recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 20 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Mahima
The name Mahima originates from Sanskrit, an ancient Indian language. It is derived from the word "mahima," which means "greatness," "glory," or "majesty." This name has its roots in Hindu mythology and culture, and it dates back to ancient times.
In Hindu scriptures, Mahima is one of the names associated with the divine feminine energy or the Goddess Shakti. It is believed to represent the boundless power and infinite glory of the divine mother. The name also finds mention in various Hindu texts, such as the Puranas and the Upanishads.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Mahima can be found in the epic Mahabharata, where it is mentioned as the name of a powerful sage or rishi. This sage was known for his wisdom, spiritual knowledge, and ability to perform miracles.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Mahima. One of the most famous was Mahima Swami (1823-1876), a Hindu mystic and social reformer who founded the Mahima Dharma movement in Odisha, India. His teachings emphasized the importance of simplicity, equality, and the pursuit of truth.
Another prominent figure was Mahima Nanda Bhandari (1927-2010), an Indian dancer and choreographer who is credited with reviving and popularizing the Odissi dance form. She was awarded the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian honors, for her contributions to the field of dance.
Mahima Chaudhry (born 1973) is a well-known Indian actress who has appeared in numerous Bollywood films and television shows. She is known for her roles in movies like "Pardes" and "Dil Hai Tumhaara."
In the realm of literature, Mahima Ghosh (1953-2018) was a celebrated Bengali writer and poet. Her works explored themes of identity, feminism, and the human condition. She received several prestigious awards, including the Ananda Purashkar and the Rabindra Puraskar.
Mahima Lakra (born 1993) is an Indian field hockey player who has represented India in numerous international tournaments. She was part of the Indian team that won the gold medal at the 2018 Asian Games.
The name Mahima continues to be popular in various parts of India, particularly in regions where Hindu culture and traditions are deeply rooted. It is often chosen for its auspicious meaning and association with the divine feminine energy, representing the hope for a life filled with greatness and glory.
People
Mahima + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Mahima as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Mahima: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Mahima?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 467 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Mahima going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 733,949 US residents.
Is Mahima a common name?
We classify Mahima as "Very Rare". It ranks above 83.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 473 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Mahima most popular?
The single biggest year for Mahima was 2000, when 33 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Mahima is about 18 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Mahima a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Mahima in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.