Tuesday, April 21 2026

Tamil Baby Name

Dakshina – தக்ஷிணா

Signature meaning

Female

Dakshina is a feminine name often understood to mean "south" or "southern." In classical Indian contexts the word can also mean a gift or offering given in gratitude or as a fee. As a given name it evokes direction, warmth, and generosity.

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Pronunciation

Dakshina – தக்ஷிணா

English pronunciation
tuk-SHIH-naa
IPA: /t̪akʂiɳaː/
Tamil pronunciation
த-க்-ஷி-ணா