Akshara
Immutable, Indestructible
Pronunciation: ahk-SHAR-ah (/əkʃərə/)
What does Akshara mean?
The divine syllable, the beginning of the Vedas, the primordial sound from which the entire universe was created.
Akshara in other languages & scripts
How to pronounce Akshara
Numerology & personality
Power, money, authority, and wealth.
Spiritual & cultural context
Symbol of the eternal and immutable essence of the universe.
The Hindu name "Akshara" is associated with the Sanskrit alphabet and its 52 letters. It symbolizes the imperishable, indivisible, invincible, and eternal nature of the alphabet. In Hindu tradition, Akshara is revered as the sacred bond, a symbol of commitment and is used in Hindu weddings to depict the union of two souls. During the wedding ceremony, applying the sacred vermilion (bindi) on the bride's forehead signifies the divine bond (Akshara) between the bride and groom.
Popularity of Akshara by region
| Region | Country | Score | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maharashtra | IN | 80 | 2024 |
| Nepal | NP | 51 | 2024 |
| Tamil Nadu | IN | 69 | 2024 |
| West Bengal | IN | 77 | 2024 |