Rakshana is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It originates from Tamil, a Dravidian language spoken in South India and Sri Lanka. The name is pronounced as rahk-SHAH-nah (/rɑkʃɑnə/) in Tamil. Rakshana has a strong and powerful energy to it, making it a great choice for parents looking for a name with significance. It is associated with protection and care, as the name Rakshana means "to protect" or "the protector." Despite its cultural origins, Rakshana can be appreciated by parents of any background who are drawn to its distinctiveness and meaning. In recent years, the name has gained popularity in the United States, ranking 14466 in occurrences in 2015 alone.