Geeta
Geeta is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Song; the Bhagavad Gita”.
| Meaning | Song; the Bhagavad Gita |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | गीता |
| Pronunciation | GEE-taa |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Geeta
Geeta is a spelling of Gita, from the Sanskrit gita, 'sung' or 'song'. As a name it nearly always honours the Bhagavad Gita, 'the Song of the Lord', the dialogue between Krishna and Arjuna in the Mahabharata. The name became very popular in mid-twentieth-century India. The double-e spelling reflects the long vowel and is common in North India.
Is Geeta a Hindu name?
Geeta is a Hindu name linked to the Bhagavad Gita, one of Hinduism's most important scriptures; families choose it to honour Krishna's teaching.
How popular is Geeta?
Very common for Indian women born in the mid-twentieth century; less fashionable for babies today.
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Spellings and variants of Geeta
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Geeta mean?
Geeta means 'Song; the Bhagavad Gita'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Geeta a Hindu name?
Geeta is a Hindu name linked to the Bhagavad Gita, one of Hinduism's most important scriptures; families choose it to honour Krishna's teaching.
How do you pronounce Geeta?
Geeta is pronounced GEE-taa.
Is Geeta a boy or girl name?
Geeta is usually a girl name.