Sudiksha
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "good instruction" or "good education".
Name Census estimates that about 104 living Americans carry the first name Sudiksha. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Sudiksha today is around 15 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Sudiksha births was 2013 (12 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Sudiksha. 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.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Sudiksha with official rankings and popularity over time.
People living today
104
~ 1 in 3,295,715 Americans
Peak year
2013
12 babies that year
Average age
15
years old
2023 SSA rank
#17,309
Tracked since 2004
Popularity
Sudiksha: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Sudiksha from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 57 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Sudiksha 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 Sudiksha during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Sudiksha
The name Sudiksha finds its origins in the Sanskrit language, an ancient Indo-Aryan tongue that has been a prominent influence on the cultures and traditions of the Indian subcontinent for thousands of years. The name is derived from the Sanskrit root words "su" meaning "good" or "auspicious," and "diksha," which translates to "initiation" or "consecration." Together, the name carries the meaning of "good initiation" or "auspicious consecration."
Historically, the name Sudiksha has been associated with religious and spiritual contexts, particularly in Hinduism and Buddhism. In ancient Hindu texts, such as the Vedas and the Upanishads, the concept of "diksha" is often mentioned in relation to spiritual initiation and the process of acquiring knowledge and enlightenment. It is believed that the name may have been given to individuals who were initiated into spiritual practices or embarked on a journey of self-discovery.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Sudiksha can be found in the ancient Hindu epic, the Mahabharata. In this epic, there is a character named Sudiksha, who was a renowned sage and teacher. While little is known about the specific details of this individual, their inclusion in such an influential work of literature underscores the name's historical significance.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Sudiksha. One such individual was Sudiksha Goswami (1554-1639), a prominent Indian philosopher and saint from the Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition. He was a prolific writer and authored several works on Hindu theology and philosophy, making significant contributions to the understanding of spiritual concepts.
Another historical figure with the name Sudiksha was Sudiksha Sharma (1895-1974), an Indian independence activist and social reformer. She played a pivotal role in the Indian freedom struggle against British colonial rule and worked tirelessly to promote education and empower women in India.
In more recent times, Sudiksha Bhati (born 1994) is an accomplished Indian boxer who has won multiple medals at international competitions, including the Commonwealth Games and the Asian Games. Her achievements have brought honor and recognition to the name Sudiksha on the global stage.
Additionally, Sudiksha Krishnamoorthi (born 1979) is an Indian actress and model who has appeared in various Bollywood films and television shows. Her on-screen presence has further popularized the name in contemporary Indian culture.
While the name Sudiksha may have its roots in ancient religious and spiritual traditions, it has transcended these boundaries and continues to be embraced by individuals from diverse backgrounds, each adding their unique narratives and contributions to the rich tapestry of this name's legacy.
People
Sudiksha + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Sudiksha as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with S
Other first names starting with S with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Sudiksha: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Sudiksha?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 104 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Sudiksha 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 3,295,715 US residents.
Is Sudiksha a common name?
We classify Sudiksha as "Very Rare". It ranks above 65.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 105 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Sudiksha most popular?
The single biggest year for Sudiksha was 2013, when 12 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Sudiksha is about 15 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Sudiksha in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Sudiksha a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Sudiksha 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.
Is Sudiksha still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Sudiksha in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Sudiksha can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Sudiksha?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.