Muktha

Muktha is a feminine given name of Indian origin. It is derived from the Sanskrit word mukta, meaning liberated or released; in Hindu philosophy, mukta is closely related to moksha, the supreme spiritual liberation from the cycle of birth and death. The name thus carries connotations of freedom, purity, and spiritual awakening.

Spelling variants include Mukta, Mooktha, and Muktha, with transliteration reflecting regional languages. The form Muktha is common in Kannada, Tamil, and Malayalam contexts, while other spellings are more typical in Hindi-speaking regions. The pronunciation typically emphasizes the first syllable, rendered as moo-kh-ta, though local accents may vary.

In contemporary usage, Muktha is given to girls across India and among diaspora communities. It is used across multiple linguistic communities, including Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi-speaking families, often chosen for its positive and aspirational meaning rather than a specific cultural/or regional identity.

See also: Mukta, a related variant often used in similar cultural contexts.