Anushka is of Sanskrit origin and means 'graceful.' It is widely popular in India, particularly among those practicing Hinduism due to its connection with the Hindu goddess Anushka, an incarnation of Parvati. The name has gained global recognition recently due to prominent figures like Anushka Sharma, a renowned Indian actress.
The name Anushka has seen a significant increase in popularity over the years, with a peak of 126 births recorded in 2009 and a total of 1669 births from 1989 to 2023. However, there has been a steady decline since 2015, with only 17 births recorded in the most recent year available (2023).