Amit Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AH-mit /ˈɑː.mɪt/
Origin: Sanskrit; Hebrew
Meaning: Sanskrit: 'infinite'; Hebrew: 'nurturing'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Amit has its roots in the ancient Sanskrit language, where it is derived from the word "amita," meaning "boundless" or "infinite." This term is composed of the prefix "a-" denoting negation and "mita," which translates to "measured." Thus, the name conveys a sense of limitless potential or unmeasured greatness. The transition of the name into various cultures can be traced through the historical spread of Hinduism and Buddhism, where the concept of infinity holds significant philosophical importance.
Historically, the name Amit has been associated with notable figures in Indian culture and spirituality. In Hindu texts, the notion of boundlessness is often linked to divine qualities, making the name particularly resonant within religious contexts.
The name has also been embraced in various forms across different regions, reflecting the cultural exchanges that occurred over centuries, especially during the spread of Indian culture through trade and migration. Culturally, Amit symbolizes not only infinity but also the idea of eternal life and spiritual enlightenment, which are central themes in both Hindu and Buddhist traditions.
The name has been used in various literary and artistic expressions, reinforcing its significance in the cultural fabric of South Asia. Additionally, diminutive forms such as "Ami" have emerged, often used affectionately in familial contexts, further embedding the name within personal and communal identities.
Overall, Amit represents a rich tapestry of linguistic heritage and cultural significance, rooted deeply in the philosophical and spiritual traditions of ancient India.
Famous people named Amit
In this section, you will find notable people named Amit. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Amit who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Amit Sadh is an actor best known for Kai Po Che!, Sultan, and Breathe.
Amit Mishra is a singer best known for his work in Bollywood films and television shows.
Amit Kumar is a playback singer and actor best known for his songs in the 1970s and 1980s.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Amit was first seen in the United States in 1965.
Amit has ranked as high as #1731 nationally, which occurred in 1983, and has been most popular in New York, California, New Jersey, Illinois, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Amit has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Amit is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Amit was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Amit.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 2024 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 2023 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 2022 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 2021 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 2020 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 2019 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 2018 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 2017 | 29 | 21 | 8 |
| 2016 | 24 | 17 | 7 |
| 2015 | 21 | 16 | 5 |
| 2014 | 27 | 27 | 0 |
| 2013 | 31 | 31 | 0 |
| 2012 | 34 | 29 | 5 |
| 2011 | 52 | 43 | 9 |
| 2010 | 35 | 28 | 7 |
| 2009 | 41 | 36 | 5 |
| 2008 | 41 | 30 | 11 |
| 2007 | 58 | 51 | 7 |
| 2006 | 58 | 46 | 12 |
| 2005 | 52 | 52 | 0 |
| 2004 | 60 | 51 | 9 |
| 2003 | 52 | 44 | 8 |
| 2002 | 54 | 46 | 8 |
| 2001 | 69 | 57 | 12 |
| 2000 | 73 | 54 | 19 |
| 1999 | 50 | 43 | 7 |
| 1998 | 51 | 51 | 0 |
| 1997 | 55 | 49 | 6 |
| 1996 | 69 | 58 | 11 |
| 1995 | 59 | 53 | 6 |
| 1994 | 69 | 63 | 6 |
| 1993 | 66 | 57 | 9 |
| 1992 | 73 | 63 | 10 |
| 1991 | 81 | 73 | 8 |
| 1990 | 78 | 78 | 0 |
| 1989 | 67 | 67 | 0 |
| 1988 | 78 | 78 | 0 |
| 1987 | 97 | 97 | 0 |
| 1986 | 78 | 78 | 0 |
| 1985 | 121 | 114 | 7 |
| 1984 | 113 | 113 | 0 |
| 1983 | 135 | 135 | 0 |
| 1982 | 111 | 111 | 0 |
| 1981 | 120 | 120 | 0 |
| 1980 | 104 | 104 | 0 |
| 1979 | 87 | 87 | 0 |
| 1978 | 75 | 75 | 0 |
| 1977 | 69 | 69 | 0 |
| 1976 | 61 | 61 | 0 |
| 1975 | 50 | 50 | 0 |
| 1974 | 35 | 35 | 0 |
| 1973 | 28 | 28 | 0 |
| 1972 | 27 | 27 | 0 |
| 1971 | 20 | 20 | 0 |
| 1970 | 28 | 28 | 0 |
| 1969 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1968 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1967 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1965 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
Top States for Amit (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |