Sita
Meaningfurrow · Sanskrit
Sita is an Indian girl name meaning “furrow”, 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.
Did you know?
- GenerationSita peaked in 1980, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Sita you'd meet today is about 45 years old. Now it's back in style, so there's a whole new generation of baby Sitas too.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Sita would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 200,000 baby girls got the name in 2025.
- HistorySita first shows up in US birth records in 1960, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 65 years since.
US births per million girls, 1960–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Sita
Sita is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “furrow”. 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
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 Sita
What does the name Sita mean?
Sita means “furrow” and comes from Sanskrit.
What is the origin of the name Sita?
Sita 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 Sita a boy or girl name?
Sita is a girl name. In 2025, 8 US girls were named Sita.
How popular is the name Sita?
Sita ranked #10,917 for US girls in 2025, given to 8 babies. Its best year was 1980, when it reached #4,327. Over the last five years it has slipped 2,511 places.
What should I know before naming my baby Sita?
Sita is an Indian girl name meaning “furrow”, 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.