Ahalya
a-halya,
aha(l)-ya
US Popularity:25365
Origin:Sanskrit
Meaning:Unploughed, not arable
A name like Ahalya can speak to the natural wilderness within your child. Ahalya is a feminine name of Sanskrit origin that stems directly from the word ahalya. Meaning "unploughed" or "not arable," Ahalya is reminiscent of wild valleys and vast countryside areas that humans cannot tame. Ahalyā is the name of several figures throughout Hindu scriptures and teachings, including the first woman created by Brahmā and one of the Divyanārī, a group of 16 celestial ladies. With Ahalya as their name, your kiddo can connect to the natural magic and wonder they exude.
How Popular Is The Name Ahalya?
U.S. Births
Overall:Ahalya is currently #25365 in U.S. births
Girl:Ahalya is currently #15290 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
#15290
in 2024
+ 257
from 2007
Sources
Behind the Name, Ahalya (1), June 2025
Wisdom Library, Ahalya, Ahalyā: 15 definitions, November 2022
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