Arpita
Meaningdedicated · Sanskrit
Arpita is an Indian girl name meaning “dedicated”, 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 funArpita starts and ends with the same letter, A. A neat little bookend.
- GenerationArpita peaked in 1978, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Arpita you'd meet today is about 47 years old.
- HistoryArpita first shows up in US birth records in 1978, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 47 years since.
US births per million girls, 1978–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Arpita
Arpita is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “dedicated”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It hit its peak in the 1970s, 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
- Girl name: Lyla · night
- Unisex name: Arya · noble
- Girl name: Kali · black
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- Unisex name: Veda · knowledge
Questions about the name Arpita
What does the name Arpita mean?
Arpita means “dedicated” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Marcello (“dedicated to Mars”), Marcella (“dedicated to Mars”), Martina (“dedicated to Mars”) and Marcela (“dedicated to Mars”).
What is the origin of the name Arpita?
Arpita 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 Arpita a boy or girl name?
Arpita is a girl name.
How popular is the name Arpita?
Arpita is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2014. It peaked at #8,562 in 1978, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Arpita?
If you like Arpita, you might also like Marcello, Marcella, Martina and Marcela.
What should I know before naming my baby Arpita?
Arpita is an Indian girl name meaning “dedicated”, 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.