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Anahat

Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Anahat: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2024.

Originating from Sanskrit, Anahat means "unstruck" or "unhurt" and is intimately tied to the Anahata heart chakra in yogic tradition, representing love and compassion. The name has gained modern recognition through Indian squash prodigy Anahat Singh, who became one of India's youngest national champions and competed at the Commonwealth Games. While it lacks direct place connections, its spiritual depth has made it popular in Indian communities. The name is often unisex in its native culture, and its melodic, peaceful undertones offer Scottish parents an increasingly cross-cultural choice that carries a sense of inner harmony and openness.