Ritwik
Ritwik is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin, meaning “Vedic priest”.
| Meaning | Vedic priest |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Bengali |
| Written as | ঋত্বিক |
| Pronunciation | RIT-wik |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Ritwik
Ritwik is the same name as Ritvik, spelled with a 'w' as is common in Bengal and eastern India. It derives from ritvij, the Sanskrit term for a priest who performs the Vedic sacrifice at the right time. The best-known bearer is the Bengali film-maker Ritwik Ghatak, whose films about the partition of Bengal are classics of Indian cinema.
Is Ritwik a Hindu name?
Like Ritvik, Ritwik is a Hindu name honouring the priests of Vedic ritual.
How popular is Ritwik?
Used especially by Bengali families, and more widely in India.
Gifts with the name Ritwik
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- Hindu baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Ritwik
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ritwik mean?
Ritwik means 'Vedic priest'. It is of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin.
Is Ritwik a Hindu name?
Like Ritvik, Ritwik is a Hindu name honouring the priests of Vedic ritual.
How do you pronounce Ritwik?
Ritwik is pronounced RIT-wik.
Is Ritwik a boy or girl name?
Ritwik is usually a boy name.