Gita
Gita 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, Czech Republic, Latvia |
Meaning and origin of Gita
Gita comes from the Sanskrit gita, 'sung', and so 'song'. As a name it almost always honours the Bhagavad Gita, 'Song of the Lord', in which Krishna counsels Arjuna on duty and devotion before the battle of Kurukshetra. Gita is the standard academic spelling; Geeta and Geetha are common in India. Gita also exists as an unrelated name in Czech and Latvian.
Is Gita a Hindu name?
Gita is a Hindu name tied to the Bhagavad Gita, and is a way for families to honour Krishna's teaching.
How popular is Gita?
Used in India and among South Asian families abroad; more common in older generations.
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Spellings and variants of Gita
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gita mean?
Gita means 'Song; the Bhagavad Gita'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Gita a Hindu name?
Gita is a Hindu name tied to the Bhagavad Gita, and is a way for families to honour Krishna's teaching.
How do you pronounce Gita?
Gita is pronounced GEE-taa.
Is Gita a boy or girl name?
Gita is usually a girl name.