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Mamta

Girl name · Indian

Meaningaffection · Sanskrit

Mamta is an Indian girl name meaning “affection”, 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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  • GenerationMamta peaked in 1980, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Mamta you'd meet today is about 45 years old.
  • HistoryMamta first shows up in US birth records in 1974, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 51 years since.
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US births per million girls, 1974–2025

03619741986

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Mamta

Mamta is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “affection”. 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 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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Questions about the name Mamta

What does the name Mamta mean?

Mamta means “affection” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Neha (“affection, love”), Sneha (“affection”), Mawadda (“affection, love”) and Widad (“love, affection”).

What is the origin of the name Mamta?

Mamta 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 Mamta a boy or girl name?

Mamta is a girl name.

How popular is the name Mamta?

Mamta is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 1986. It peaked at #6,319 in 1980, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.

What names are similar to Mamta?

If you like Mamta, you might also like Neha, Sneha, Mawadda and Widad.

What should I know before naming my baby Mamta?

Mamta is an Indian girl name meaning “affection”, 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.