Gita Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationGEE-tah / ˈɡiːtəSanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: song; Hindi: goddess
Historical & Cultural Background
Gita is derived from the Sanskrit word 'gītā', which means 'song'. It is often associated with the Bhagavad Gita, a 700-verse Hindu scripture that is part of the Indian epic Mahabharata. The text is a conversation between Prince Arjuna and the god Krishna, who serves as his charioteer. The Bhagavad Gita addresses the moral and philosophical dilemmas faced by Arjuna on the battlefield. As a name, Gita reflects cultural and spiritual significance in Indian traditions.
Trend Summary
Gita has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Geeta
International Variants
- Gita (Hindi)
- Gita (Sanskrit)
Famous people named Gita
Gita Gopinath is an Indian-American economist known for her role as the Chief Economist of the International Monetary Fund.
Gita Sereny was a British author and journalist recognized for her works on the Holocaust and her interviews with war criminals.
Gita Mehta is an Indian author and documentary filmmaker known for her books that explore Indian culture and society.
Gita S. Ghosh is an Indian artist celebrated for her contributions to contemporary Indian art.
Fictional characters named Gita
Gita is a character in the animated series 'The Legend of Prince Valiant', known for her adventurous spirit.
Gita is a character in the novel 'The God of Small Things' by Arundhati Roy, representing the complexities of family dynamics.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gita was first seen in the United States in 1942. Gita has ranked as high as #1100 nationally, which occurred in 1970, and has been most popular in New York, California, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Gita has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gita (2013)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1969 | 15 |
| 1970 | 23 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 8 |