Mithila Girl

Popularity: #942 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

PronunciationMITH-ih-lah / /ˈmɪθɪlə/

Sanskrit; Hindi

Meaning

Mithila (Sanskrit) - city of the ancient kingdom; Mithila (Hindi) - associated with the region

Historical & Cultural Background

Mithila is a significant cultural region in India, known for its rich heritage and art forms, particularly in the Mithila painting style. In Hindu mythology, Mithila is associated with the birthplace of Sita, a central figure in the Ramayana. The name is derived from the ancient kingdom of Mithila, which played a crucial role in the history of the region. In modern times, it represents a blend of tradition and contemporary culture in Bihar and Nepal.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Mithali
  • Mithila

International Variants

  • Mithila (Nepali)
  • Mithila (Hindi)

Famous people named Mithila

Mithila Palkar — actress.

Mithila Sharma — artist.

Fictional characters named Mithila

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Mithila was first seen in the United States in 2009. Mithila has ranked as high as #1352 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Mithila has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Mithila

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
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