Mamta
Mamta is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit, via Hindi origin, meaning “Motherly love, affection”.
| Meaning | Motherly love, affection |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Hindi |
| Written as | ममता |
| Pronunciation | MUM-tah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Mamta
Mamta comes from the Sanskrit mamata, literally 'mine-ness', formed from mama, 'mine'. In philosophy the word can mean possessiveness, but in Hindi it is the everyday word for a mother's tender love and attachment to her child. As a name it became popular in North India in the twentieth century. Well-known bearers include the West Bengal politician Mamata Banerjee and actress Mamta Kulkarni.
Is Mamta a Hindu name?
Mamta is used mainly by Hindu families as a name expressing maternal love rather than a link to a specific deity.
How popular is Mamta?
Common in North India for women born from the 1950s to 1980s, less so for babies now.
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Spellings and variants of Mamta
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mamta mean?
Mamta means 'Motherly love, affection'. It is of Sanskrit, via Hindi origin.
Is Mamta a Hindu name?
Mamta is used mainly by Hindu families as a name expressing maternal love rather than a link to a specific deity.
How do you pronounce Mamta?
Mamta is pronounced MUM-tah.
Is Mamta a boy or girl name?
Mamta is usually a girl name.