Sokha

Also used as a surname in its native Cambodia, Sokha is a strong and animated choice, ultimately derived from a Sanskrit word sukham meaning "happiness, contentment". It has been adapted to relate to the Khmer word for "health" too, adding extra positive associates to the name.

Sometimes appearing in the name of health and spa resorts, Sokha is also used to refer to a light wooden plough used in Russia and Finland since at least the 13th century.

Sokha is also given to boys.

Pronounced SOK-ha.

As of October 2026, Sokha ranked #12162 for girls in US births in 1989 and #6007 for boys in US births in 1987 SSA, peaked at #6259 for girls in 1981.