UK girl's name
Geeta
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "song" or "hymn".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1999. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Geeta is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Geeta popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1999 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3900, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1999, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 1999 to 1999. 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.
Geeta is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Geeta. 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 2000 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Geeta ranked #3900 for girls in England and Wales in 1999, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1999, when 3 girls were registered as Geeta.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Geeta as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3900
1999
Births in 1999
3
Latest year
Peak year
1999
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Geeta mean?
The name Geeta is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Gita', which means a song or hymn. It has its roots in the ancient Indian culture and is associated with the sacred Hindu text, the Bhagavad Gita, which is a revered scripture that forms a part of the epic Mahabharata.
The Bhagavad Gita, believed to have been composed around the 5th century BCE, is a dialogue between Lord Krishna and the warrior Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. The word 'Gita' in the title refers to the spiritual discourse delivered by Lord Krishna, which is often referred to as the 'Song of the Lord'.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Geeta can be found in the Mahabharata itself, where it is mentioned as the name of a handmaiden of Queen Draupadi, the wife of the Pandava princes. This suggests that the name has been in use since ancient times.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Geeta. One of the most famous was Geeta Dutt (1930-1972), an iconic Indian playback singer who lent her voice to numerous Bollywood films. Her melodious voice and versatility made her one of the most celebrated singers of her era.
Another notable bearer of the name was Geeta Krishnan (1925-2014), an Indian freedom fighter and social activist who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement. She was a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi and worked tirelessly for women's empowerment and social reform.
Geeta Mehta (1923-2003) was an Indian social worker and activist who dedicated her life to improving the lives of underprivileged children and women. She founded the Apna Ghar organization, which provided shelter and education to countless children in need.
Geeta Kapur (born 1943) is a renowned Indian art critic, curator, and writer. She has made significant contributions to the field of contemporary art and has authored several books and articles on the subject.
Geeta Bali (1925-1965) was a popular Indian actress who starred in several Bollywood films during the 1950s and 1960s. She was known for her captivating performances and is remembered as one of the leading actresses of her time.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Geeta by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Geeta 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | #3900 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Geeta: questions and answers
How popular is the name Geeta in the UK right now?
In 1999, Geeta was ranked #3900 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Geeta most popular?
The peak year on record was 1999, with 3 babies registered as Geeta in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Geeta?
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "song" or "hymn".
How many people are called Geeta in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Geeta across the 1 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.