Nandita
Nandita is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Delighted, happy”.
| Meaning | Delighted, happy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | नन्दिता |
| Pronunciation | NUN-dee-tah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Nandita
Nandita comes from the root nand, 'to rejoice', and means 'gladdened' or 'one who is happy'. It belongs to the same family as Nandini and Ananda. The name became popular in India in the 1970s and 1980s and is familiar in Bengal and Maharashtra. The actress and director Nandita Das is a well-known bearer. Bengali speakers often pronounce it Nondita.
Is Nandita a Hindu name?
Nandita is a Hindu word name expressing joy, not tied to a specific deity.
How popular is Nandita?
Recognised throughout India; less frequent for babies today.
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Spellings and variants of Nandita
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nandita mean?
Nandita means 'Delighted, happy'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Nandita a Hindu name?
Nandita is a Hindu word name expressing joy, not tied to a specific deity.
How do you pronounce Nandita?
Nandita is pronounced NUN-dee-tah.
Is Nandita a boy or girl name?
Nandita is usually a girl name.