Sarita
Sarita is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “River, stream”.
| Meaning | River, stream |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | सरिता |
| Pronunciation | SUH-ri-tah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal, Mexico |
Meaning and origin of Sarita
Sarita comes from Sanskrit sarit, 'river, stream', from the root sri, 'to flow'. Rivers hold a special place in Indian culture, and Sarita evokes a steady, life-giving flow. It was widely used in India in the twentieth century. Separately, Sarita is also a Spanish diminutive of Sara, so the name is found in Latin America with a different origin.
Is Sarita a Hindu name?
In Hindu usage Sarita is a nature name honouring rivers, which are revered as goddesses. In Spanish-speaking Christian families it is simply a pet form of Sara.
How popular is Sarita?
Familiar across India and Nepal, mostly among women of parents' generation.
Gifts with the name Sarita
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Spellings and variants of Sarita
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sarita mean?
Sarita means 'River, stream'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Sarita a Hindu name?
In Hindu usage Sarita is a nature name honouring rivers, which are revered as goddesses. In Spanish-speaking Christian families it is simply a pet form of Sara.
How do you pronounce Sarita?
Sarita is pronounced SUH-ri-tah.
Is Sarita a boy or girl name?
Sarita is usually a girl name.