UK girl's name
Mahitha
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "affluent" or "prosperous".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2013. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Mahitha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Mahitha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2013 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4739, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2013, with 4 births.
This profile covers 4 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2013 to 2013. 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.
Mahitha is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 4 living people in the UK are called Mahitha. 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 2014 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Mahitha ranked #4739 for girls in England and Wales in 2013, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2013, when 4 girls were registered as Mahitha.
- • About 4 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mahitha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4739
2013
Births in 2013
4
Latest year
Peak year
2013
4 births
Estimated living
4
2026
Meaning
What does Mahitha mean?
The name Mahitha is of Indian origin, specifically derived from the Sanskrit language. It is believed to have emerged during the ancient Vedic period, which dates back to around 1500-500 BCE. The name is composed of two separate Sanskrit words: "mahi," meaning great or noble, and "tha," meaning place or location. Thus, the name Mahitha can be interpreted as "a great place" or "a noble location."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Mahitha can be found in the ancient Hindu epic, the Mahabharata. In this text, Mahitha is mentioned as the name of a sage or rishi, though little is known about his specific role or significance. The name also appears in various other ancient Sanskrit texts, including the Puranas, which are large narratives that contain stories, legends, and histories related to Hinduism.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Mahitha. One of the earliest examples is Mahitha, a 7th-century Indian mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the field of trigonometry. Another prominent figure was Mahitha, a 9th-century Indian philosopher and logician, who was renowned for his work on the concept of universal truths and the nature of knowledge.
In the realm of literature, Mahitha Suresh was a prominent 20th-century Indian poet and writer, who was born in 1936 and passed away in 2008. Her works often explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition. Another notable literary figure was Mahitha Rangarajan, a contemporary Indian author and scholar, who has written extensively on topics related to Indian culture and mythology.
In recent times, Mahitha has also been a popular name in the world of sports. Mahitha Mohan was an Indian tennis player who represented her country in several international tournaments during the 1990s and early 2000s. Additionally, Mahitha Naraharisetty is a current Indian badminton player who has won several national and international titles.
While the name Mahitha has its roots in ancient Sanskrit traditions, it continues to be a popular choice among modern Indian families, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and diversity of the country.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Mahitha by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mahitha 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 | #4739 | 4 | 1 |
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FAQ
Mahitha: questions and answers
How popular is the name Mahitha in the UK right now?
In 2013, Mahitha was ranked #4739 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Mahitha most popular?
The peak year on record was 2013, with 4 babies registered as Mahitha in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Mahitha?
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "affluent" or "prosperous".
How many people are called Mahitha in the UK?
A total of 4 babies have been registered as Mahitha 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.