Lalita
Lalita is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Playful, charming, graceful”.
| Meaning | Playful, charming, graceful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | ललिता |
| Pronunciation | LUH-lih-tah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Lalita
Lalita means 'playful', 'lovely' or 'charming' in Sanskrit. It is the name of the goddess Lalita Tripurasundari, an important form of the Divine Mother in Shakta and Shri Vidya traditions, whose thousand names are praised in the Lalita Sahasranama. In Krishna stories, Lalita is also one of the chief gopis and companions of Radha. The name is also a classical Indian musical raga.
Is Lalita a Hindu name?
Lalita is a Hindu name of the goddess Lalita Tripurasundari, and many families choose it out of devotion to the Divine Mother.
How popular is Lalita?
Well established in India, particularly in the south as Lalitha.
Gifts with the name Lalita
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Spellings and variants of Lalita
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lalita mean?
Lalita means 'Playful, charming, graceful'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Lalita a Hindu name?
Lalita is a Hindu name of the goddess Lalita Tripurasundari, and many families choose it out of devotion to the Divine Mother.
How do you pronounce Lalita?
Lalita is pronounced LUH-lih-tah.
Is Lalita a boy or girl name?
Lalita is usually a girl name.