Fish-eyed; one with beautiful eyes like a fish
Derived from the Sanskrit words 'mina' meaning fish and 'akshi' meaning eye. In Hindu mythology, it is a title of the goddess Parvati, specifically associated with the Meenakshi Temple in Madurai, symbolizing eyes that never close and watch over devotees.
Less common today
Meenakshi isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,418 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
Former Indian film actress and dancer
Indian film actress known for Telugu and Tamil cinema
Indian Minister of State for External Affairs and Culture
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