Amita
Amita is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Boundless, infinite”.
| Meaning | Boundless, infinite |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | अमिता |
| Pronunciation | uh-MEE-taa |
| Tradition | Hindu, Buddhist |
| Used in | India, Thailand, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Amita
Amita is the feminine of Amit, from the Sanskrit amita, 'unmeasured' or 'boundless'. The same word forms the name Amitabha, the Buddha of Infinite Light, central in Pure Land Buddhism, and Amitayus, the Buddha of Infinite Life. In East Asia the Buddha's name is chanted as Amituofo or Amida. As a girl's name it is used in India and Thailand.
Is Amita a Hindu name?
In Buddhism the word amita is the root of Amitabha, the Buddha of Boundless Light; in Hindu use it describes the infinite divine.
How popular is Amita?
A well-known name in India, particularly for women born in the later twentieth century.
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Spellings and variants of Amita
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Amita mean?
Amita means 'Boundless, infinite'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Amita a Hindu name?
In Buddhism the word amita is the root of Amitabha, the Buddha of Boundless Light; in Hindu use it describes the infinite divine.
How do you pronounce Amita?
Amita is pronounced uh-MEE-taa.
Is Amita a boy or girl name?
Amita is usually a girl name.