Savita
Savita is a girls' name of Hindi origin meaning “sun, solar deity, radiant.”
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how do you pronounce Savita?
sah-VEE-tah
where does the name Savita come from?
Savita comes from Savitr, the Vedic sun god.
Savita derives from Savitr, the Vedic solar deity who drives the sun chariot and bestows vital energy upon all living things. The Gayatri Mantra is addressed to Savitr, making this name a connection to Hinduism's most sacred prayer and the life-giving power of the sun.
the history of Savita
The Gayatri Mantra, one of the most revered Vedic verses, is addressed to Savitr.
who are famous people named Savita?
- Savita Halappanavar (Indian-Irish dentist whose case transformed Irish law)
- Savita Bhabhi (character in Indian web comics)
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what names go well with Savita?
Sibling names that share Savita's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Savita
What does the name Savita mean?
Savita means “sun, solar deity, radiant”.
What is the origin of the name Savita?
Savita comes from the Hindi naming tradition.
How popular is the name Savita?
Savita has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Savita a boy or girl name?
Savita is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Savita?
Savita is pronounced sah-VEE-tah, with 3 syllables.
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