Usha
Gender: Girl
Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Dawn
Popularity: Not in the U.S. top 1,000 names
Usha Meaning and Origin
Usha is a girl’s name meaning “dawn” and is of Sanskrit origin. Commonly used in India and other South Asian countries. In Sanskrit, “Usha” means “dawn” or “sunrise”. In Hindu mythology, Usha is also the goddess of dawn, and is often depicted as a beautiful young woman riding in a chariot drawn by seven horses. The name Usha is quite popular in India, and is often given to girls born during the early morning hours or at sunrise. It’s a simple, yet elegant name that is easy to pronounce and remember. There are also several variations of the name, including Ushma, Ushika, and Ushna.
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