Kshitij
Kshitij is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Horizon”.
| Meaning | Horizon |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | क्षितिज |
| Pronunciation | kshi-TIJ |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Kshitij
Kshitij means horizon in Hindi and Sanskrit, from kshiti, earth, and ja, born, literally 'born of the earth', where earth seems to meet sky. In older Sanskrit the word could also mean a tree or the planet Mars, son of the earth. As a name it suggests ambition and wide vision, and it has been well used in Maharashtra and North India since the late twentieth century.
Is Kshitij a Hindu name?
A Sanskrit name used by Hindu families; it is poetic rather than tied to a particular deity.
How popular is Kshitij?
Fairly common in India and Nepal.
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Spellings and variants of Kshitij
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kshitij mean?
Kshitij means 'Horizon'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Kshitij a Hindu name?
A Sanskrit name used by Hindu families; it is poetic rather than tied to a particular deity.
How do you pronounce Kshitij?
Kshitij is pronounced kshi-TIJ.
Is Kshitij a boy or girl name?
Kshitij is usually a boy name.