Amit Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Amit is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'infinite' or 'boundless'. It has evolved from its roots in ancient Sanskrit to modern Hindi. The name is associated with positive traits and has no biblical significance. It has seen consistent usage in India and has gained popularity in recent decades, with notable figures contributing to its recognition.
The name Amit is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Amit has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Amit' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1382nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1120th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2509th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5389th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12938th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11595th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21584th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Amit' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Amit"
Pronunciation
/əˈmiːt/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Amit comes from the Sanskrit word 'amita', meaning 'infinite' or 'boundless'. It is often used in Indian culture and is associated with positive qualities.
Meaning
infinite, boundless
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: अमित (amita), Hindi: अमित (amit)
Historical Usage
The name Amit has been used in India for many centuries, gaining popularity in modern times as a common given name among various communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Amith, Amitabh
Modern Popularity & Image
Amit is a widely recognized name in India and among Indian communities worldwide. It is often associated with qualities such as intelligence and creativity.
Famous People
Amitabh Bachchan, Amit Mishra, Amit Sadh
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Amit"
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 "Amit"
"Amit" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1382nd of 10718 | 619 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1120th of 16616 | 1,358 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2509th of 24088 | 710 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5389th of 23106 | 204 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12938th of 27321 | 57 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11595th of 35406 | 125 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 21584th of 30306 | 20 |
Regional Popularity of "Amit" 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) |
34.49% 1013th/2937 |
23.74% 827th/3483 |
43.92% 1545th/3518 |
35.51% 1436th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
30.64% 1129th/3685 |
15.08% 675th/4475 |
33.02% 1715th/5194 |
15.48% 978th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
25.46% 1315th/5164 |
50.91% 3723rd/7313 |
22.74% 1697th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
68.22% 3061st/4487 |
- |
47.13% 2958th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Amit" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
91.16% 6803rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Amit"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Amit" 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.