Basanti
Odia · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Basanti
Basanti derives from Sanskrit "Vasant" (वसंत), meaning "spring" or "vernal," referring to the season of renewal and prosperity.
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Etymology
Basanti derives from Sanskrit "Vasant" (वसंत), meaning "spring" or "vernal," referring to the season of renewal and prosperity. The name is predominantly used in Hindu and Indian cultures, with historical significance in Indian literature and cinema, most notably as the character name in the 1975 film "Sholay."
Basanti currently ranks #503 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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