Daksh
Daksh first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2019, when 60 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Daksh popular?
Rising Daksh has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 232 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 396 | |
| 2000s | 131 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Daksh mean?
From Sanskrit daksha (दक्ष), 'able, competent, skilful, capable'. Also the name of Daksha, a Prajapati (progenitor) in Hindu mythology.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Daksh mean?
Daksh means Able; skilled. From Sanskrit daksha (दक्ष), 'able, competent, skilful, capable'. Also the name of Daksha, a Prajapati (progenitor) in Hindu mythology.
What is the origin of the name Daksh?
Daksh is of sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Daksh?
Daksh is pronounced “DUHKSH.”
Is Daksh a boy or a girl name?
Daksh is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Daksh a popular name right now?
Daksh has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Daksh?
In 2025, Daksh ranked #3329 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Daksh most popular?
Daksh was most popular in 2019, when about 60 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Daksh?
Names similar to Daksh include Kunal, Aarnav, Advait, Ojas, Raja.
What names go well with Daksh?
sanskrit names that pair well with Daksh include Tara, Trisha, Kali, Bodhi, Anaya.