Sumita
Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Sumita
The given name 'Sumita' is derived from the Sanskrit words 'Suman' (good or beautiful) and 'Ita' (belonging to or related to), meaning 'beautiful one' or 'belonging to the beautiful one'.
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Etymology
The given name 'Sumita' is derived from the Sanskrit words 'Suman' (good or beautiful) and 'Ita' (belonging to or related to), meaning 'beautiful one' or 'belonging to the beautiful one'. The name 'Sumita' is commonly used in Indian and Southeast Asian cultures, particularly in Hinduism, and is also found in Japanese culture, possibly due to the influence of Indian culture in Japan.
Sumita currently ranks #9,579 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1973.
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