Nakshatra
girl name#8860 in 2025Nakshatra entered the US charts in 2008, peaked at #5152 in 2018, ranks #8860 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2008–2025
#8860
rank today
#5152
peak (2018)
11
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #11894 |
| 2010s | #10877 |
| 2020s | #9562 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nakshatra has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 200 people named Nakshatra are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nakshatra is a kid of about 7 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nakshatra in 2025?
- Nakshatra ranks #8860 among US girl names in 2025, with 11 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nakshatra most popular?
- Nakshatra peaked in 2018, reaching #5152 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nakshatra with classmates?
- Nakshatra will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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