Susmita
Susmita is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin, meaning “With a lovely smile”.
| Meaning | With a lovely smile |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Bengali |
| Written as | সুস্মিতা |
| Pronunciation | shoosh-MEE-taa |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Susmita
Susmita joins su-, 'beautiful', with smita, 'smiling' or 'a smile', describing someone with a sweet smile. It is especially associated with Bengal, where it is often spelled Susmita, while Sushmita is the more common spelling elsewhere. Actress Sushmita Sen, who became India's first Miss Universe in 1994, made the name famous across the country. Related names include Smita and Prasmita.
Is Susmita a Hindu name?
Susmita is used by Hindu families, particularly Bengali ones. It celebrates a cheerful nature and has no specific deity link.
How popular is Susmita?
Common in eastern India and moderately used elsewhere in the country.
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Spellings and variants of Susmita
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Susmita mean?
Susmita means 'With a lovely smile'. It is of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin.
Is Susmita a Hindu name?
Susmita is used by Hindu families, particularly Bengali ones. It celebrates a cheerful nature and has no specific deity link.
How do you pronounce Susmita?
Susmita is pronounced shoosh-MEE-taa.
Is Susmita a boy or girl name?
Susmita is usually a girl name.