Mitali
Mitali is a Hindu girl name of Bengali origin, meaning “Friendship”.
| Meaning | Friendship |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Bengali |
| Written as | মিতালী |
| Pronunciation | mih-TAH-lee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Mitali
Mitali is a Bengali word for friendship or companionship, built on mita, 'friend', which is related to Sanskrit mitra. It became a popular girls' name in Bengal and Odisha in the late twentieth century and spread to other parts of India. Its meaning suggests warmth, loyalty and good company. Indian cricket captain Mithali Raj bears a closely related spelling.
Is Mitali a Hindu name?
Mitali is used chiefly by Hindu Bengali families; it is a descriptive word name without a specific deity link.
How popular is Mitali?
Common in eastern India, especially among women born from the 1970s to 1990s.
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Spellings and variants of Mitali
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mitali mean?
Mitali means 'Friendship'. It is of Bengali origin.
Is Mitali a Hindu name?
Mitali is used chiefly by Hindu Bengali families; it is a descriptive word name without a specific deity link.
How do you pronounce Mitali?
Mitali is pronounced mih-TAH-lee.
Is Mitali a boy or girl name?
Mitali is usually a girl name.