Kavita
Meaningpoem · Sanskrit
Kavita is an Indian girl name meaning “poem”, 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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- Hidden namesLook closely: Kavita has the name Avi hiding inside it.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Kavita would score 13 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
- GenerationKavita peaked in 1983, which makes it a Millennial name. The typical Kavita you'd meet today is about 42 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Kavita would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 270,270 baby girls got the name in 2025.
- HistoryKavita first shows up in US birth records in 1968, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 57 years since.
US births per million girls, 1968–2025
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About the name Kavita
Kavita is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “poem”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It hit its peak in the 1980s, 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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- Unisex name: Veda · knowledge
Questions about the name Kavita
What does the name Kavita mean?
Kavita means “poem” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Iroha (“colors, the alphabet poem”) and Shiina (“often poem”).
What is the origin of the name Kavita?
Kavita 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 Kavita a boy or girl name?
Kavita is a girl name. In 2025, 6 US girls were named Kavita.
How popular is the name Kavita?
Kavita ranked #13,208 for US girls in 2025, given to 6 babies. Its best year was 1983, when it reached #2,659.
What names are similar to Kavita?
If you like Kavita, you might also like Iroha and Shiina.
What should I know before naming my baby Kavita?
Kavita is an Indian girl name meaning “poem”, 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.