Amrita
Meaningnectar of immortality · Sanskrit
Amrita is an Indian girl name meaning “nectar of immortality”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- Word funAmrita starts and ends with the same letter, A. A neat little bookend.
- GenerationAmrita peaked in 1999, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Amrita you'd meet today is about 26 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Amrita would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 322,581 baby girls got the name in 2025.
- HistoryAmrita first shows up in US birth records in 1973, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 52 years since.
US births per million girls, 1973–2025
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About the name Amrita
Amrita is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “nectar of immortality”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It hit its peak in the 1990s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
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- Girl name: Maya · illusion
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- Unisex name: Arya · noble
- Girl name: Kali · black
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- Girl name: Amber · amber resin
- Unisex name: Veda · knowledge
Questions about the name Amrita
What does the name Amrita mean?
Amrita means “nectar of immortality” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Amrit (“nectar of immortality”).
What is the origin of the name Amrita?
Amrita is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Maya (“illusion”), Lyla (“night”), Arya (“noble”) and Kali (“black”).
Is Amrita a boy or girl name?
Amrita is a girl name. In 2025, 5 US girls were named Amrita.
How popular is the name Amrita?
Amrita ranked #14,942 for US girls in 2025, given to 5 babies. Its best year was 1999, when it reached #3,313.
What names are similar to Amrita?
If you like Amrita, you might also like Amrit.
What should I know before naming my baby Amrita?
Amrita is an Indian girl name meaning “nectar of immortality”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.