Arijit
Arijit is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin, meaning “One who conquers enemies”.
| Meaning | One who conquers enemies |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Bengali |
| Written as | অরিজিৎ |
| Pronunciation | OH-ri-jeet |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Arijit
Arijit is formed from ari, 'enemy', and jit, 'conquering', a pattern also seen in Indrajit and Abhijit. It is especially popular in Bengal, where it is often written Arijit or Orijit and pronounced with an opening 'O' sound. The singer Arijit Singh, one of the most heard voices in Hindi film music since the 2010s, has made the name familiar across India.
Is Arijit a Hindu name?
Arijit is a Hindu name with an heroic, warrior flavour; it does not refer to a particular deity.
How popular is Arijit?
Most common among Bengali families, and recognised nationally thanks to Arijit Singh.
Gifts with the name Arijit
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- Hindu baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Arijit
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Arijit mean?
Arijit means 'One who conquers enemies'. It is of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin.
Is Arijit a Hindu name?
Arijit is a Hindu name with an heroic, warrior flavour; it does not refer to a particular deity.
How do you pronounce Arijit?
Arijit is pronounced OH-ri-jeet.
Is Arijit a boy or girl name?
Arijit is usually a boy name.