Preeti Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationPREE-tee / priːtiSanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: love; Hindi: affection
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Preeti is derived from the Sanskrit word 'prīti', which signifies love or affection. It is commonly used in India and among Hindi-speaking populations. The name reflects positive emotions and is often associated with warmth and kindness. Preeti is a popular choice for girls in various Indian cultures.
Trend Summary
The name Preeti has seen consistent use in India, though it is less common in Western countries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Preety
- Priti
International Variants
- Priti (Hindi)
- Preeti (Hindi)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Preeti was first seen in the United States in 1972. Preeti has ranked as high as #1265 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Preeti has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Preeti (2003)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 16 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 13 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2009 | 10 |