Maithili
Maithili is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Princess of Mithila; Sita”.
| Meaning | Princess of Mithila; Sita |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | मैथिली |
| Pronunciation | MY-thi-lee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Maithili
Maithili means 'of Mithila', the ancient kingdom in present-day Bihar and southern Nepal ruled by King Janaka. Janaka's daughter Sita, the heroine of the Ramayana, is called Maithili for this reason. The word is also the name of the language spoken in that region. As a given name it honours Sita and the cultural heritage of Mithila.
Is Maithili a Hindu name?
Maithili is a direct epithet of Sita, the wife of Rama, so Hindu families choose it as a devotional name.
How popular is Maithili?
Used across India; the spelling Mythili is common in the south.
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Spellings and variants of Maithili
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Maithili mean?
Maithili means 'Princess of Mithila; Sita'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Maithili a Hindu name?
Maithili is a direct epithet of Sita, the wife of Rama, so Hindu families choose it as a devotional name.
How do you pronounce Maithili?
Maithili is pronounced MY-thi-lee.
Is Maithili a boy or girl name?
Maithili is usually a girl name.