Pranita
Sanskrit · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Pranita
Pranita is a Sanskrit name derived from the root "pran" meaning "life" or "breath," with the suffix "-ita" denoting a feminine form, thus meaning "full of life" or "animated." The name is predominantly used in Indian cultures, particularly among Hindu communities, with Sanskrit being an ancient language foundational to Hindu philosophy and religious texts.
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Etymology
Pranita is a Sanskrit name derived from the root "pran" meaning "life" or "breath," with the suffix "-ita" denoting a feminine form, thus meaning "full of life" or "animated." The name is predominantly used in Indian cultures, particularly among Hindu communities, with Sanskrit being an ancient language foundational to Hindu philosophy and religious texts.
Pranita currently ranks #18,228 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2014.
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