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Aditi

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Pronounced UH-dee-tee /ˈɐ.d̪i.t̪i/Medium

Meaning: Boundless, entireMedium

In 30 seconds: Aditi is a Sanskrit name from Hindu tradition meaning 'boundless' or 'entire'. In the Vedas it belongs to a mother goddess.
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Origin MediumHinduism, Hindi, Marathi
MeaningBoundless, entire
U.S. rank (2024)#2062 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births93 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2009
Total births (all-time)≈ 3,647

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200919772024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Aditi comes from Hindu tradition, where the word means 'boundless', 'unbroken', or 'entire'. In the Vedas Aditi is a goddess seen as a mother of the gods, which gives the name a sense of vastness and origin. It remains a familiar choice in India, borne by figures like actress and physician Aditi Govitrikar.

The three light syllables give Aditi an even, flowing rhythm that travels well across languages. Its meaning of limitlessness keeps it tied to the expansive, sky-wide imagery of its Vedic source.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Aditi is 'boundless, entire', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 78%
Behind the Name - Aditi — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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Famous Bearers

  • ★Aditi Govitrikar (1976–present)
    Indian actress, physician and former model; first Indian woman to win the Mrs. World title (2001).
  • ★Aditi Sarangdhar (1981–present)
    Indian actress known for her acting and modelling work in Marathi-language television and film.

If you like Aditi…

Aditya— Derives from Aditi as 'son of Aditi', sharing the same Sanskrit root.
Anita— Shares Aditi's three-syllable, vowel-soft Indian sound.

Frequently Asked

What does the name Aditi mean?

Aditi is usually explained as meaning 'boundless, entire' and is most often linked with Hinduism tradition.

How do you pronounce Aditi?

It's commonly said UH-dee-tee /ˈɐ.d̪i.t̪i/.

Is Aditi a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Aditi is used as a girl name.

How popular is Aditi?

In 2024, Aditi ranked #2062 in the U.S. for girls, with 93 births recorded.