Sunita Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsoo-NEE-tah / suːˈniːtəSanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'sun'; Hindi: 'one who is as bright as the sun'
Historical & Cultural Background
Sunita is a name of Indian origin, commonly used in Hindu culture. It is derived from the Sanskrit word 'sūrya', meaning 'sun'. The name is often associated with brightness and positivity, reflecting the qualities of the sun. It has been a popular name in various Indian communities and is often given to girls born during auspicious times.
Trend Summary
Sunita has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the Indian community.
Similar Names
Variants
- Suneeta
- Sunitha
International Variants
- Sunitá (Spanish)
- Sunita (English)
Famous people named Sunita
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sunita was first seen in the United States in 1963. Sunita has ranked as high as #1088 nationally, which occurred in 1983, and has been most popular in New York, and California. In the past 5 years the name Sunita has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sunita (1996)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 18 |
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 19 |
| 1972 | 17 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1974 | 18 |
| 1975 | 23 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 16 |
| 1979 | 19 |
| 1980 | 21 |
| 1981 | 20 |
| 1982 | 17 |
| 1983 | 28 |
| 1984 | 21 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 18 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 22 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 19 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2023 | 5 |