Yukta
Yukta is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Absorbed, united, attentive”.
| Meaning | Absorbed, united, attentive |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | युक्ता |
| Pronunciation | YOOK-taa |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Yukta
Yukta comes from the Sanskrit yukta, 'joined' or 'yoked', from the same root as yoga. In the Bhagavad Gita it describes a person whose mind is united with the divine and steady in practice. As a girls' name it suggests focus and balance. Former Miss World Yukta Mookhey, crowned in 1999, made the name better known.
Is Yukta a Hindu name?
Yukta is a Hindu name drawing on the yogic idea of being united with God; it is used across Hindu communities.
How popular is Yukta?
Fairly uncommon, used mostly in urban India.
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Spellings and variants of Yukta
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yukta mean?
Yukta means 'Absorbed, united, attentive'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Yukta a Hindu name?
Yukta is a Hindu name drawing on the yogic idea of being united with God; it is used across Hindu communities.
How do you pronounce Yukta?
Yukta is pronounced YOOK-taa.
Is Yukta a boy or girl name?
Yukta is usually a girl name.