Maitri
Meaningfriendship · Sanskrit
Maitri is an Indian girl name meaning “friendship”, 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 simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- GenerationMaitri peaked in 2003, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Maitri you'd meet today is about 22 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Maitri would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 227,273 baby girls got the name in 2025.
- HistoryMaitri first shows up in US birth records in 2000, the first year at least 5 babies got it. That makes it a fairly new name, younger than many of today's parents.
US births per million girls, 2000–2025
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About the name Maitri
Maitri is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “friendship”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades. 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 Maitri
What does the name Maitri mean?
Maitri means “friendship” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Amity (“friendship”).
What is the origin of the name Maitri?
Maitri 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 Maitri a boy or girl name?
Maitri is a girl name. In 2025, 7 US girls were named Maitri.
How popular is the name Maitri?
Maitri ranked #11,932 for US girls in 2025, given to 7 babies. Its best year was 2003, when it reached #8,505.
What names are similar to Maitri?
If you like Maitri, you might also like Amity.
What should I know before naming my baby Maitri?
Maitri is an Indian girl name meaning “friendship”, 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 simple to spell and say, 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.