Sujata
Sujata is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit and Pali origin, meaning “Well-born, of noble birth”.
| Meaning | Well-born, of noble birth |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit and Pali |
| Written as | सुजाता |
| Pronunciation | soo-JAH-tah |
| Tradition | Hindu, Buddhist |
| Used in | India, Nepal, Sri Lanka |
Meaning and origin of Sujata
Sujata joins su, 'good', with jata, 'born', and means 'well-born' or 'of good family'. In Buddhist tradition Sujata is the young woman who offered a bowl of milk-rice to Siddhartha Gautama shortly before his enlightenment at Bodh Gaya, ending his years of extreme fasting. The name is used widely in India, Nepal and Sri Lanka. The Hindi film Sujata (1959), about caste prejudice, made it familiar to a whole generation.
Is Sujata a Hindu name?
Sujata is honoured in Buddhism for her offering of food to the future Buddha, and a stupa near Bodh Gaya is associated with her. In Hindu families it is simply a classical name meaning noble-born.
How popular is Sujata?
Familiar across India and Sri Lanka, especially among older generations.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sujata mean?
Sujata means 'Well-born, of noble birth'. It is of Sanskrit and Pali origin.
Is Sujata a Hindu name?
Sujata is honoured in Buddhism for her offering of food to the future Buddha, and a stupa near Bodh Gaya is associated with her. In Hindu families it is simply a classical name meaning noble-born.
How do you pronounce Sujata?
Sujata is pronounced soo-JAH-tah.
Is Sujata a boy or girl name?
Sujata is usually a girl name.