Gita
Meaningsong · Sanskrit
Gita is an Indian girl name meaning “song”, 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 soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- GenerationGita peaked in 1970, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Gita you'd meet today is about 55 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Gita would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 227,273 baby girls got the name in 2025.
- HistoryGita first shows up in US birth records in 1942, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 83 years since.
US births per million girls, 1942–2025
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About the name Gita
Gita is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “song”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It hit its peak in the 1970s and is climbing again now. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
Other spellings of Gita
More Indian girl names
- Girl name: Maya · illusion
- Girl name: Lyla · night
- Unisex name: Arya · noble
- Girl name: Kali · black
- Girl name: Serena · calm, serene
- Girl name: Mira · wonderful
- Girl name: Amber · amber resin
- Unisex name: Veda · knowledge
Questions about the name Gita
What does the name Gita mean?
Gita means “song” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Melody (“song”), Mavis (“song thrush”), Psalm (“song of praise”) and Raneem (“melody, song”).
What is the origin of the name Gita?
Gita 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 Gita a boy or girl name?
Gita is a girl name. In 2025, 7 US girls were named Gita.
How popular is the name Gita?
Gita ranked #11,932 for US girls in 2025, given to 7 babies. Its best year was 1970, when it reached #2,938. Over the last five years it has climbed 210 places.
What names are similar to Gita?
If you like Gita, you might also like Gitta, Melody, Mavis, Psalm and Raneem. Gitta is another spelling of the same name.
What should I know before naming my baby Gita?
Gita is an Indian girl name meaning “song”, 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 soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.