Arpita
Arpita is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Offered, dedicated”.
| Meaning | Offered, dedicated |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | अर्पिता |
| Pronunciation | AR-pi-tah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Arpita
Arpita is the feminine form of the Sanskrit participle arpita, 'offered' or 'surrendered', from the verb arp, 'to hand over'. In devotional language something arpita has been dedicated to God, as in the phrase 'Krishnarpanam', offering all actions to Krishna. The name became widespread in India from the 1970s onward and is popular in Bengal and Gujarat as well as the Hindi-speaking north.
Is Arpita a Hindu name?
Arpita is a Hindu name expressing the ideal of offering oneself and one's work to the divine.
How popular is Arpita?
Well known across India, especially among women born from the 1970s to 1990s.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Arpita mean?
Arpita means 'Offered, dedicated'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Arpita a Hindu name?
Arpita is a Hindu name expressing the ideal of offering oneself and one's work to the divine.
How do you pronounce Arpita?
Arpita is pronounced AR-pi-tah.
Is Arpita a boy or girl name?
Arpita is usually a girl name.