UK girl's name
Arpita
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "given" or "offered".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2007. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Arpita is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Arpita popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2007 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5201, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2004, with 4 births.
This profile covers 17 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 1998 to 2007. 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 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 17 living people in the UK are called Arpita. 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 2008 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Arpita ranked #5201 for girls in England and Wales in 2007, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2004, when 4 girls were registered as Arpita.
- • About 17 living people in the UK are estimated to have Arpita as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5201
2007
Births in 2007
3
Latest year
Peak year
2004
4 births
Estimated living
17
2026
Meaning
What does Arpita mean?
The name Arpita finds its origins in the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indo-Aryan language that has been used in the Indian subcontinent for thousands of years. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "arpita," which means "offered" or "dedicated." The name is believed to have been in use since ancient times in various parts of the Indian subcontinent, particularly in regions where Sanskrit was widely spoken and used as a literary language.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Arpita can be found in the ancient Hindu scripture, the Mahabharata, which is an epic narrative that dates back to around the 8th or 9th century BCE. In the Mahabharata, the name is mentioned in reference to a female character, although not much is known about her significance or role in the epic.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who have borne the name Arpita. One of the earliest recorded instances is that of Arpita Devi, a Rajput princess who lived in the 12th century CE and was known for her bravery and leadership skills during times of conflict.
In more recent times, Arpita Mukherjee (born 1953) is an Indian classical dancer and choreographer who has made significant contributions to the art form of Kathak dance. She has received numerous accolades and awards for her work, including the prestigious Sangeet Natak Akademi Award.
Another notable figure is Arpita Ghosh (born 1971), an Indian film director and screenwriter who has worked in both Bengali and Hindi cinema. Her films have garnered critical acclaim and have been screened at various international film festivals.
Arpita Singh (born 1937) is a renowned Indian artist known for her unique style of painting that combines elements of abstraction and figurative representation. Her works have been exhibited in prestigious galleries and museums around the world, and she has received several prestigious awards for her contributions to the art world.
Arpita Chatterjee (born 1985) is an Indian actress who has appeared in numerous Bengali films and television shows. She has received several awards and accolades for her performances, including the prestigious Uttam Kumar Award.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have borne the name Arpita throughout history, showcasing the diverse backgrounds and achievements associated with this name of Sanskrit origin.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Arpita over time
The chart below shows babies named Arpita registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1998 to 2007. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Arpita, the clearest high point is 2004. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2007, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Arpita by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Arpita 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4489 | 14 | 4 |
| 1990s | #3848 | 3 | 1 |
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Names similar to Arpita
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- 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
Arpita: questions and answers
How popular is the name Arpita in the UK right now?
In 2007, Arpita was ranked #5201 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Arpita most popular?
The peak year on record was 2004, with 4 babies registered as Arpita in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Arpita?
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "given" or "offered".
How many people are called Arpita in the UK?
A total of 17 babies have been registered as Arpita across the 5 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.