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Preeti

Girl name · Indian

Meaninglove · Sanskrit

Preeti is an Indian girl name meaning “love”, 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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  • GenerationPreeti peaked in 1980, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Preeti you'd meet today is about 45 years old.
  • HistoryPreeti first shows up in US birth records in 1972, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 53 years since.
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US births per million girls, 1972–2025

0510197220002009

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

About the name Preeti

Preeti is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “love”. 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 Preeti

What does the name Preeti mean?

Preeti means “love” and comes from Sanskrit. Names built around “love” have been loved for generations, and give a child a meaning worth sharing when someone asks about their name. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Nayeli (“possibly I love you”), Amanda (“worthy of love”), Love (“love”) and Eros (“love”).

What is the origin of the name Preeti?

Preeti 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 Preeti a boy or girl name?

Preeti is a girl name.

How popular is the name Preeti?

Preeti is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2009. It peaked at #4,517 in 1980, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.

What names are similar to Preeti?

If you like Preeti, you might also like Nayeli, Amanda, Love and Eros.

What should I know before naming my baby Preeti?

Preeti is an Indian girl name meaning “love”, 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.