Lalita Girl

Popularity: — · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

Pronunciationlah-LEE-tah / lɑːˈliːtə

Sanskrit; Hindi

Meaning

Sanskrit: playful; Hindi: charming

Historical & Cultural Background

Lalita is derived from the Sanskrit word 'lalita', which means 'playful' or 'charming'. In Hindu culture, Lalita is often associated with the goddess Lalita Tripura Sundari, who represents beauty and grace. The name is commonly used in India and among Hindu communities worldwide. It reflects a sense of joy and liveliness.

Similar Names

AlinaKalinaMalinaSelinaVanitaZita

Variants

  • Lalita
  • Lalitha

International Variants

  • Lalita (Hindi)
  • Lalitha (Sanskrit)

Famous people named Lalita

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Fictional characters named Lalita

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Sibling Suggestions

AnitaMeeraSitaNinaRitaTara

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Lalita was first seen in the United States in 1947. Lalita has ranked as high as #1094 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Lalita has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Lalita (1976)

StateBirthsShare
CA 7
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19477
19495
19515
19538
19558
19566
19575
195810
19596
19607
19617
196210
196311
19647
19659
196610
196713
196814
196915
197017
197122
197217
197321
197414
197516
197618
197717
19788
197932
198027
198127
198229
198315
198415
198513
198611
198713
198819
198918
199014
199112
19927
199311
19947
19955
19965
199810
19997
20006
200110
20038
20055
200610
200712
20088
200912
201010
201111
20127
20138
20147
20159
20178
20185
20198
20206
202110
20225
20236