Sitara Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Sitara originates from Sanskrit, meaning 'star'. It has evolved through languages like Hindi and Urdu. It is associated with beauty and brilliance in cultural contexts. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name. Its historical usage dates back centuries, gaining significant popularity in the 20th century. Variants include Sitarah and Sitar. Today, Sitara is perceived as a modern and elegant name, connected to cultural heritage.
The name Sitara is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West 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, Sitara has been 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 Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Sitara' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14555th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8192nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3861st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Sitara' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sitara"
Pronunciation
/sɪˈtɑːrə/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Sitara comes from the Sanskrit word 'सितारा', which means 'star'. It is often used in South Asian cultures to symbolize beauty and brilliance.
Meaning
star
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: सितारा (Sitara), Hindi: सितारा (Sitara), Urdu: ستارہ (Sitara)
Historical Usage
Sitara has been used as a name in South Asia for centuries. It gained popularity in the 20th century, especially among Urdu and Hindi speaking communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Sitara, Sitarah, Sitar
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Sitara is viewed as a modern and elegant name, often associated with cultural richness and tradition in South Asia.
Famous People
Sitara Hewitt, a Canadian actress, Sitara, a popular Indian singer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sitara"
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 "Sitara"
"Sitara" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14555th of 27321 | 43 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8192nd of 35406 | 213 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3861st of 30306 | 470 |
Regional Popularity of "Sitara" 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 "Sitara" 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) |
- | - | - |
83.68% 6245th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
82.79% 3715th/4487 |
56.10% 3827th/6822 |
41.25% 2589th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sitara"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sitara" 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.