Kirthi
Sanskrit · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Kirthi
Kirthi is a Sanskrit name meaning "fame," "glory," or "reputation," derived from the Sanskrit root "kīrti" (कीर्ति).
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Etymology
Kirthi is a Sanskrit name meaning "fame," "glory," or "reputation," derived from the Sanskrit root "kīrti" (कीर्ति). The name is primarily used in Hindu and South Indian cultures, particularly in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam-speaking regions, with no specific historical figure of major prominence but reflecting a common practice of naming children after virtuous qualities in Hindu tradition.
Kirthi currently ranks #2,258 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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