"bliss, good fortune, happiness"
Sachi
Pronunciation: [ s-ACH-ee ]
A bright Japanese name meaning pure happiness
Meaning & Origin
"gracious, devoted wife of the gods"
The Story of Sachi
Sachi (さち / 幸) is a Japanese name with roots in the word for happiness, good fortune, and bliss. Written with the kanji 幸 (sachi/kō), it carries the meaning of luck, joy, and prosperity. The name can also be written as 佐智 (wise helper) or 沙知 (knowing sand), with parents choosing characters that reflect the qualities they wish for their child. It is also found in Indian Sanskrit-influenced names, where 'Sachi' refers to the consort of Indra, the king of gods.
Sachi gained some Western attention through Sachi Parker, actress and author, daughter of Shirley MacLaine. In Japan, the name has remained in steady use for generations, appreciated for its soft sound and auspicious meaning.
In Hindu mythology, Sachi (also spelled Shachi) is the wife of Indra and a goddess of prosperity and devotion. In Japanese culture, names meaning happiness and fortune are considered highly auspicious, often chosen to bless a child's life from the start.
Fun Facts
- The kanji 幸 (sachi) is also used in the Japanese word for happiness (shiawase)
- In Vedic tradition, Sachi is another name for Indrani, queen of the heavens
- Sachi Parker, daughter of actress Shirley MacLaine, wrote a memoir about her unusual Hollywood childhood
Sachi in Other Languages
Popularity Over Time
Famous People Named Sachi
Sachi Parker
Actor
1956
American actress and author, daughter of Shirley MacLaine, known for her memoir Lucky Me
Sachi (Indrani)
Other
In Hindu mythology, Sachi is the wife of Indra, king of the gods, embodying devotion and prosperity
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #6,629
- Total SSA Count
- 18
- Cultural Origins
- Japanese Indian American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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About the Name Sachi
Sachi is a girl name with Japanese, Indian, and American origins . The name means "bliss, good fortune, happiness" in Japanese .
Sachi is currently ranked #6,629 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Sachi has 2 syllables and is pronounced s-ACH-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Sachi include Sach. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.