Ava Kowalski

By Ava Kowalski
Global Naming Traditions Specialist

Updated on September 04, 2024

Manisha

US Popularity Rank: 28096

Origin: Sanskrit

Meaning: wisdom; desire

Manisha is a baby girl name of Sanskrit and Indian origin. Meaning both “wisdom” and “desire,” Manisha is a baby name associated with powerful women and deities. In Hinduism, Manisha is known as the goddess of the mind. As a decisive deity, Manisha symbolizes intelligence, understanding, and desire. Today, this name also carries strong intuition and has taken root in Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh. If you want baby to trust their instincts, the name Manisha can only serve as encouragement!

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