US Popularity:11843
Origin:Sanskrit
Other Origin(s):Indian
Meaning:Eye
Akshan is a boy's given name that originates from the Sanskrit word akṣan. This traditional Sanskrit and Hindi name means "eye," and is popular among the Hindu community. Eyes are of great symbolic significance in Hinduism and the tradition goes that everyone has a third eye that focuses inward toward God. This spiritual connection may appeal to a new parent seeking a meaningful Hindi name like Akshan for baby.

Akshan Name Popularity Data

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2012
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