Moksh Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Sanskrit
Gender Distribution:
100% Masculine / 0% Feminine
Meaning:
The name Moksh means 'liberation' or 'salvation' in Sanskrit.
Meaning of the Name Moksh
Moksh is a Sanskrit name that means 'liberation' or 'salvation'. It is derived from the root word 'moksha', which refers to the ultimate goal in Hinduism and Jainism of attaining release from the cycle of birth and death. Moksh represents the spiritual journey towards self-realization and freedom from worldly attachments. This name carries a profound spiritual significance and is often associated with enlightenment and inner peace.
Popularity of the Name Moksh
The popularity for the name Moksh peaked in popularity in the year 2022 with 33 births, which ranked number 7,720 out of 29,174 unique names for that year. Moksh had the most male births in 2022 with 33, which ranked number 3,443 out of 14,255 male names. The number of births for the name Moksh has increased sharply over the last ten years from 18 births to 33 births, an increase of 83.33%. Among males, Moksh has increased sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 18 births to 33 births, an increase of 83.33%.
Nationwide Popularity of Moksh
- 10 Year Trend of Moksh: 83.33%
- 10 Year Male Trend of Moksh: 83.33%
Popularity of Moksh by State
For males, Moksh was most popular in Western states with 6 births in the region. It was most commonly seen in CA, with 6 male births. See below for a full state by state breakdown of the name Moksh. States with less than five births recorded will not be shown.
| State | Male Births | Male Gender Rank | Female Births | Female Gender Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | 2220 | < 5 | N/A |
| GA | 6 | 1209 | < 5 | N/A |
2024 Popularity Projections for Moksh
- Total Births of Moksh: 35 (6.25%)
- Male Births of Moksh: 35 (6.25%)
Given the upward trend of Moksh over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a 6.25% increase in total births, for a total of 35 births in 2024. Male births for Moksh have been increasing over the past decade, so we anticipate roughly 35 male births in 2024, an increase of 6.25%.