Gita
Meaning of Gita
Gita is a feminine name with origins in India. In Hindi, it is pronounced as GEE-tah (/ˈɡiːtə/). The name has variations like Gitta. Gita has been given to baby girls in the United States since at least 1942, with fluctuations in popularity over the years. In recent times, Gita has ranked around the 11,000 to 15,000 mark in terms of occurrence. The name may be associated with Hinduism and the sacred Hindu scripture called Bhagavad Gita, which means "Divine Song" or "Song of God." It signifies knowledge and wisdom and carries a spiritual connotation. With its rich heritage and meaningful associations, Gita can be a unique and culturally significant choice for your baby girl's name.
Pronunciation
Indian (Hindi)
- Pronunced as GEE-tah (/ˈɡiːtə/)
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Notable People Named Gita
| Gita Sahgal is a British writer, journalist, film director, and women's rights and human rights activist, known for her focus on feminism, fundamentalism, and racism. |
| Gita Gopinath is an Indian-American economist and the first deputy managing director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). |
| Gita Mehta was an Indian-American writer and documentary filmmaker known for her coverage of war and conflict, as well as her books that provided insight into life in India for a global audience. |
| Gita Wolf is an Indian author, publisher, and curator, known for her role as one of the founders of Indian publishing house, Tara Books. |
| Gita Sarabhai - Geeta Sarabhai Mayor was an influential Indian musician known for her pioneering work in promoting Indian and Western music exchanges, as well as for her role in teaching Indian music to composer John Cage. |
| Gita Piramal is an Indian writer and business historian. |
| Gita Sen is an Indian feminist scholar and Distinguished Professor known for her work in public health and social equity. |
| Gita Ramaswamy is an Indian social activist and writer. |
| Gita Ghatak was a renowned Indian actress and singer, known for her work in Bengali cinema and her expertise in Rabindra Sangeet, with a career spanning 65 years. |
| Gita Kamath is the High Commissioner of Australia to South Africa, appointed in March 2019. |
