Ankita Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationAhn-kee-tah / ˈʌn.kɪ.təSanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: one who is well-educated; Hindi: anointed
Historical & Cultural Background
Ankita is a name of Indian origin, primarily used in Hindu culture. It is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Ankita,' which means 'marked' or 'one who is well-educated.' The name is often associated with qualities of intelligence and learning. It is commonly given to girls in India and has gained some popularity in other countries as well.
Trend Summary
The name Ankita has seen moderate popularity in India and among Indian communities abroad.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ankitha
- Ankita
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ankita was first seen in the United States in 1986. Ankita has ranked as high as #1248 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in California, New Jersey, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Ankita has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ankita (2007)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 25 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 20 |
| 2000 | 35 |
| 2001 | 27 |
| 2002 | 25 |
| 2003 | 28 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2005 | 26 |
| 2006 | 32 |
| 2007 | 25 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 5 |