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Bhakti Girl

Popularity: · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationBUHK-tee / ˈbʌk.ti

Sanskrit; Hindi

Meaning

devotion; love

Historical & Cultural Background

Bhakti is a term rooted in Hindu philosophy, emphasizing devotion to a personal god. It has been a significant aspect of various Indian religious movements, particularly during the Bhakti movement from the 7th to the 17th century. This movement sought to promote a personal relationship with the divine, transcending traditional caste barriers. The concept of Bhakti is celebrated in various texts, including the Bhagavad Gita and the writings of saints.

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Variants

  • Bhaktie

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Bhakti was first seen in the United States in 1987. Bhakti has ranked as high as #1367 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Bhakti has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19875
19885
19905
19935
19956
19965
19975
19988
19997
20005
20025
20036
20045
20066
20079
20085
200911
20106
20119
20129
20148
20165
20176
20196
20205