Ishita
Ishita is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Mastery, supremacy”.
| Meaning | Mastery, supremacy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | ईशिता |
| Pronunciation | ee-SHEE-tah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Ishita
Ishita comes from Sanskrit ishita (or ishitva), 'supremacy, lordship', from the root ish, 'to rule'. Ishitva is one of the eight siddhis, the powers attained through yoga in Hindu tradition, specifically the power of lordship over creation. The name is popular in modern India, borne by actresses such as Ishita Dutta.
Is Ishita a Hindu name?
Ishita is a Hindu name; its meaning recalls ishitva, one of the eight yogic siddhis.
How popular is Ishita?
Common among girls born in India since the 1990s.
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Spellings and variants of Ishita
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ishita mean?
Ishita means 'Mastery, supremacy'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Ishita a Hindu name?
Ishita is a Hindu name; its meaning recalls ishitva, one of the eight yogic siddhis.
How do you pronounce Ishita?
Ishita is pronounced ee-SHEE-tah.
Is Ishita a boy or girl name?
Ishita is usually a girl name.