Parakshit (परिक्षित) is a masculine given name of Sanskrit origin used in Hindu tradition. The name derives from the verb 'pariksh' meaning 'to examine' or 'to test', with the past‑participle suffix –ita, thus signifying ‘examined’ or ‘tested’.
In the Mahābhārata, Parikshit is the name of a king, the grandson of Arjuna, which has kept the name in classical literature. It is primarily found among speakers of Hindi, Marathi, and other Indian languages.
While not common in contemporary naming trends, it continues to be chosen for its historical and linguistic roots.
