Lakshmi
GirlSanskrit
Lakshmi is a girl name of Sanskrit origin meaning "Goddess of wealth, fortune, and prosperity".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Popularity
71 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
7 letters
Meaning
Goddess of wealth, fortune, and prosperity
Etymology
Derived from Sanskrit लक्ष्मी (Lakṣmī), the name of the Hindu goddess of wealth, which originates from the root लक्ष् (lakṣ) meaning 'to perceive, aim, mark'.
Famous People Named Lakshmi
- Lakshmi Mittal — Indian steel magnate
- Lakshmi Sahgal — officer in the Indian National Army (INA) and former presidential candidate of India
- Lakshmi Menon — actress
- Lakshmi Puri — United Nations official
- Lakshmi N. Menon — Indian politician
Frequently Asked Questions About Lakshmi
What does the name Lakshmi mean?
Lakshmi means "Goddess of wealth, fortune, and prosperity", and is of Sanskrit origin.
What is the origin of the name Lakshmi?
Lakshmi originates from Sanskrit, commonly used in South Asia.
Is Lakshmi a boy or girl name?
Lakshmi is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Lakshmi associated with?
Lakshmi is associated with Hindu.
Are there famous people named Lakshmi?
Yes — notable people named Lakshmi include Lakshmi Mittal (Indian steel magnate), Lakshmi Sahgal (officer in the Indian National Army (INA) and former presidential candidate of India), Lakshmi Menon (actress), Lakshmi Puri (United Nations official) and Lakshmi N. Menon (Indian politician).
Last updated: June 2026