Amrit

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Pronounced UM-rit /ˈʌm.rɪt/Medium

Meaning: Amrit is a Sanskrit name meaning 'nectar of immortality; ambrosia' — the divine drink that grants eternal life in Hindu tradition. It is used across Hindu and Sikh communities. A luminous, spiritual name.Medium

In 30 seconds: A name of eternal sweetness: Amrit is Sanskrit for 'nectar of immortality' (said 'UM-rit').

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Origin MediumSanskrit

MeaningAmrit is a Sanskrit name meaning 'nectar of immortality; ambrosia' — the divine drink that grants eternal life in Hindu tradition. It is used across Hindu and Sikh communities. A luminous, spiritual name.

U.S. rank (2025)#8298 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births9 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2007

Total births (all-time)≈ 582

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Amrit is a Sanskrit name meaning 'nectar of immortality; ambrosia,' the drink of the gods that confers eternal life. It carries deep resonance across Hindu and Sikh traditions and is used for both a name and a sacred concept. A radiant, spiritual pick (said 'UM-rit').

It appears only rarely for boys in the U.S. Rare, and Indian in heritage.

Did you know? Amrit is the Sanskrit 'nectar of immortality' — the divine ambrosia of Hindu legend; in Sikh tradition amrit is also the sanctified sweet water of initiation (said 'UM-rit').

Overall data confidence 58%

References — Amrit — Sanskrit 'nectar of immortality; ambrosia'; Hindu/Sikh

Variations

AmritpalAmrita

Nicknames

AmRit

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Amrit mean?

Amrit is a Sanskrit name meaning 'nectar of immortality; ambrosia.'

How do you pronounce Amrit?

It's said UM-rit /ˈʌm.rɪt/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Amrit a boy or girl name?

Amrit is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Amrit?

Amrit is a rare name for boys in the U.S., though used in India.