Aditi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Aditi originates from Sanskrit, meaning 'boundless' or 'limitless.' It represents an important figure in Hindu mythology as the mother of the gods, signifying the infinite. Over time, it has evolved from its ancient Sanskrit roots through Prakrit and Pali. The name is associated with traits of freedom and strength, and it holds no biblical relevance. Aditi has been used for centuries, gaining modern popularity in India as a name embodying elegance and cosmic significance.
The name Aditi is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aditi has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Aditi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11870th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4616th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1591st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1938th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aditi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aditi"
Pronunciation
/əˈdɪti/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Aditi originates from Sanskrit, meaning 'boundless' or 'limitless.' In Hindu mythology, Aditi is the mother of the gods and represents the infinite and the cosmic.
Meaning
boundless, limitless
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: अदिति (Aditi), Prakrit: अडिटि (Aḍiṭi), Pali: अदिति (Aditi)
Historical Usage
The name Aditi has been used in India for centuries and gained popularity in modern times as a name representing freedom and cosmic significance.
Variants & Derivatives
Adit, Aditri, Aditiya
Modern Popularity & Image
Aditi is currently perceived as a modern and elegant name in India, often associated with strength and femininity.
Famous People
Aditi Rao Hydari - Indian actress, Aditi Mittal - Indian comedian, Aditi Sharma - Indian actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aditi"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aditi"
"Aditi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11870th of 19264 | 29 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4616th of 27321 | 310 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1591st of 35406 | 2,058 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1938th of 30306 | 1,250 |
Regional Popularity of "Aditi" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Aditi" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
59.20% 2649th/4475 |
- |
64.83% 4095th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
33.87% 1552nd/4582 |
19.44% 1004th/5164 |
26.79% 1959th/7313 |
17.65% 1317th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
48.22% 1921st/3984 |
36.53% 1639th/4487 |
30.20% 2060th/6822 |
23.18% 1455th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aditi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aditi" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.