UK girl's name
Amita
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "unlimited" or "endless".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2015. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Amita is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Amita popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2015 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5730, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1998, with 3 births.
This profile covers 12 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 1998 to 2015. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 12 living people in the UK are called Amita. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2016 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Amita ranked #5730 for girls in England and Wales in 2015, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1998, when 3 girls were registered as Amita.
- • About 12 living people in the UK are estimated to have Amita as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5730
2015
Births in 2015
3
Latest year
Peak year
1998
3 births
Estimated living
12
2026
Meaning
What does Amita mean?
The name Amita has its origins in Sanskrit, an ancient Indo-Aryan language that has been the primary language of Hindu scriptures and classical Indian literature. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "amit," which means "boundless" or "infinite." Amita is believed to have been in use as a feminine given name in India since ancient times.
One of the earliest known references to the name Amita can be found in Hindu mythology, where it is associated with the concept of boundless light and compassion. In Buddhism, Amitabha is the name of one of the five Dhyani Buddhas, representing infinite light and boundless life. The name Amita is also found in ancient Hindu texts, such as the Vedas and the Puranas.
The earliest recorded example of the name Amita is from the 6th century BCE, when it was used as a personal name in ancient India. Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Amita.
One of the most famous Amitas in Indian history was Amita Kaur (1935-2022), a Punjabi writer and advocate for women's rights. She was awarded the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian honors, for her contributions to literature and social work.
Another notable Amita was Amita Shetty (1956-2001), an Indian actress who appeared in numerous Bollywood films in the 1970s and 1980s. She was known for her versatility and her ability to portray a wide range of characters.
In the field of science, Amita Baviskar (born 1960) is an Indian sociologist and environmental activist who has made significant contributions to the study of environmental politics and social movements in India.
Amita Narayanan (born 1976) is an Indian author and journalist who has written several acclaimed novels and short story collections. Her works often explore themes of identity, belonging, and the complexities of modern life.
Amita Pathak (born 1963) is an Indian fashion designer and entrepreneur who has been instrumental in promoting sustainable and ethical fashion practices in the country.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Amita, a name that reflects the boundless and infinite qualities associated with its Sanskrit origins.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Amita over time
The chart below shows babies named Amita registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1998 to 2015. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Amita, the clearest high point is 1998. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2015, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Amita by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Amita was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5711 | 6 | 2 |
| 2000s | #5201 | 3 | 1 |
| 1990s | #3848 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Amita
- Amelia 94,830
- Ava 54,556
- Amy 52,495
- Alice 46,815
- Abigail 45,658
- Amber 31,922
- Anna 27,802
- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Amita: questions and answers
How popular is the name Amita in the UK right now?
In 2015, Amita was ranked #5730 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Amita most popular?
The peak year on record was 1998, with 3 babies registered as Amita in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Amita?
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "unlimited" or "endless".
How many people are called Amita in the UK?
A total of 12 babies have been registered as Amita across the 4 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.