Reshma
RESH-mah
The Story of Reshma
This name, meaning 'silken,' evokes a delicate beauty that graced the world in the early 2000s, and now it’s calling to your daughter.
Reshma is a name of Hindi origin, directly translating to 'silken,' 'beautiful,' or 'charming.' It conjures images of fine fabrics and inherent grace. The name found favor in Western contexts, peaking around the year 2000, indicating a growing appreciation for its elegant sound and evocative meaning, a gentle influence that has now reached you.
Whispering 'Reshma' feels as soft as fine silk sliding through your fingers. There's an inherent elegance and warmth to the name. You can imagine writing it on a birth announcement, the script feeling smooth and refined. It’s a name for a daughter you envision possessing a gentle spirit, an artistic soul, and a quiet, captivating charm that draws people in.
What It Means
“A name of Hindi origin, Reshma means 'silken,' 'beautiful,' or 'charming.' It evokes a sense of delicate beauty and grace.”
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Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Reshma Shrestha
Nepalese actress and model.
Personality Traits
Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#21 in 2000
Total Births
446
First Recorded
1972
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Meaning
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Meaning
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Meaning
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