Amrita
Meaning of Amrita
Amrita is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It has Indian origins and is commonly used in the Hindi language. The pronunciation of Amrita is um-REE-tah (/ʊmˈriːt̪a/). This name also has variations, such as Amrit. In terms of popularity, Amrita has been consistently chosen by parents in the United States over the years. While it may not be among the most popular names, it has a steady presence, with the highest rank being 6 in 1974. Amrita carries a sense of cultural richness and depth, making it an excellent choice for parents looking for a name that stands out while still honoring their heritage.
Pronunciation
Indian (Hindi)
- Pronunced as um-REE-tah (/ʊmˈriːt̪a/)
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Notable People Named Amrita
| Amrita Sher-Gil, a Hungarian-Indian painter, was a pioneering figure in modern Indian art and is considered one of the greatest avant-garde women artists of the early 20th century. |
| Amrita Pritam was a renowned Indian novelist, essayist, and poet, known for her significant contributions to Punjabi literature and recipient of the 1956 Sahitya Akademi Award. |
| Amrita Singh is a renowned Indian actress known for her work in Hindi films, and she gained fame as a leading actress in the 1980s and early 1990s, receiving accolades such as a Filmfare Award and an Indian Telly Award. |
| Amrita Acharia is a Norwegian actress of Nepalese-Ukrainian origins, known for her roles in Game of Thrones and The Good Karma Hospital. |
| Amrita Puri is an Indian actress known for her work in Hindi films and web shows, making her debut in the romantic comedy-drama Aisha (2010) and achieving commercial success with the 2013 film Kai Po Che!. |
| Amrita Prakash, also known as Amrita Bakshi, is an Indian actress and model who started her acting career at the age of four and has appeared in Bollywood and Malayalam films as well as television shows. |
| Amrita Kak is a Bollywood singer known for her work in the film industry, and she has also ventured into fashion with her own brand "Amrita the Label." |
| Amrita Mukherjee is an Indian television actress known for her role as Peehu Ram Kapoor in the Sony TV soap opera Bade Acche Lagte Hain. |
| Amrita Virk is a renowned Punjabi singer from Indian Punjab who made her mark in the Punjabi music industry with her debut album, Kalli Beh Ke Ro Laini Aan, in 1998. |
| Amrita Raichand is an Indian actress and celebrity chef known for her appearances in films and TV series. |
| Amrita Sawaram is a Mauritian badminton player who made history as the first Mauritian female to win the gold medal at the 2000 African Championships in the women's singles event and competed in the 2000 Summer Olympics and three consecutive Commonwealth Games. |
| Amrita Thapa is a prominent Nepali communist politician and former Maoist insurgent, known for her role as the coordinator of the Women Wing of the ruling Nepal Communist Party (NCP) and as a member of the Nepal House of Representatives. |
| Amrita Pratapsinh Shinde is an Indian former cricketer known for her all-rounder skills and representing India in one Test match and five One Day Internationals in 2002. |
| Amrita Ahluwalia is a British pharmacologist and professor known for her research in cardiovascular inflammation and was awarded the WISE Research Award in 2015. |
