Sangeeta
Sangeeta is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Music; musical”.
| Meaning | Music; musical |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | संगीता |
| Pronunciation | sun-GEE-tah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Sangeeta
Sangeeta comes from the Sanskrit sangita, the classical word for music, covering song, instrumental playing and dance together. The word combines sam, 'together', with gita, 'sung'. The name became very popular across India in the mid-twentieth century and is often shortened to Sangi or Geeta. It suits families who value the arts, and Indian classical music has strong devotional roots.
Is Sangeeta a Hindu name?
Sangeeta is a Hindu name; music is seen in Hinduism as sacred, linked to the goddess Saraswati, patron of learning and the arts.
How popular is Sangeeta?
Very common among Indian women born in the 1960s and 1970s; less used for babies today.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sangeeta mean?
Sangeeta means 'Music; musical'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Sangeeta a Hindu name?
Sangeeta is a Hindu name; music is seen in Hinduism as sacred, linked to the goddess Saraswati, patron of learning and the arts.
How do you pronounce Sangeeta?
Sangeeta is pronounced sun-GEE-tah.
Is Sangeeta a boy or girl name?
Sangeeta is usually a girl name.