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Krithi

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Pronounced KREE-thee /ˈkri.θi/Medium

Meaning: From the Sanskrit krti, 'a work of art; a creation; a literary composition; achievement'Low

In 30 seconds: A work of art; a creation; achievement: Krithi is Sanskrit. Lyrical, classic, and warm (said 'KREE-thee').

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Origin LowSanskrit

MeaningFrom the Sanskrit krti, 'a work of art; a creation; a literary composition; achievement'

U.S. rank (2025)#9194 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births11 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2015

Total births (all-time)≈ 324

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

Krithi comes from the Sanskrit krti, 'a work of art; a creation; a literary composition; achievement'. A lyrical, classic name (said 'KREE-thee').

In the U.S. it appears in South Indian families. Rare, a-work-of-art at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Krithi means 'a work of art; a creation; a literary composition; achievement' in Sanskrit — a lyrical, classic name (said 'KREE-thee').

Overall data confidence 42%

References — Krithi — Sanskrit etymology

Variations

KritiKrithika

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Krithi mean?

Krithi is Sanskrit for 'a work of art; a creation; achievement'.

How do you pronounce Krithi?

It's said KREE-thee /ˈkri.θi/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Krithi a boy or girl name?

Krithi is a girl's name.

How popular is Krithi?

Krithi is a very rare name in the U.S.