Kriti
Kriti is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Creation, work of art”.
| Meaning | Creation, work of art |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | कृति |
| Pronunciation | KRI-tee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Kriti
Kriti comes from the Sanskrit root kri, to make or do, and means a creation, a composition or a work of art. In Carnatic music a kriti is the main form of composed song, perfected by Tyagaraja and his contemporaries. The name is sometimes confused with Kirti, fame, but the two are different words. Kriti has been fashionable in India since the 1990s.
Is Kriti a Hindu name?
A Sanskrit name used mainly by Hindu families, valued for its creative meaning rather than a deity link.
How popular is Kriti?
Popular in India, especially in cities.
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Spellings and variants of Kriti
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kriti mean?
Kriti means 'Creation, work of art'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Kriti a Hindu name?
A Sanskrit name used mainly by Hindu families, valued for its creative meaning rather than a deity link.
How do you pronounce Kriti?
Kriti is pronounced KRI-tee.
Is Kriti a boy or girl name?
Kriti is usually a girl name.