Find out how popular the first name Arit has been for the last 4 years (from 1990 to 1993) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Arit by gender

Based on the last 4 years of data, Arit is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1993, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Arit.

The history of the first name Arit

The name Arit is believed to have its origins in the Tamil language, spoken primarily in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu and the nearby regions. The name is derived from the Tamil word "arithal," which means "to know" or "to understand." This suggests that the name Arit may have been given to individuals who were considered wise or knowledgeable.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Arit can be found in the ancient Tamil literature, particularly in the Sangam period, which spanned from the 3rd century BCE to the 3rd century CE. The name appears in several literary works from this era, such as the Kuruntokai and the Purananuru, which were anthologies of Tamil poetry.

In the 7th century CE, there was a notable figure named Arit Krishnan, who was a renowned scholar and grammarian. He authored several works on Tamil grammar and linguistics, contributing significantly to the preservation and promotion of the Tamil language during that period.

Another historical figure bearing the name Arit was Arit Nandi, a 9th-century Tamil philosopher and poet. He was known for his works on Shaivism, a prominent branch of Hinduism, and his contributions to Tamil literature and philosophy.

During the 12th century, Arit Sundara Pandiyan was a celebrated king of the Pandyan dynasty, which ruled over parts of present-day Tamil Nadu and Kerala. He was renowned for his patronage of the arts and literature, and his reign was marked by economic prosperity and cultural renaissance.

In the 16th century, Arit Nayaki was a notable female poet and composer from the Tamil Nadu region. She was known for her devotional compositions, particularly in praise of the Hindu deity Shiva, and her works have been preserved and celebrated within the Tamil literary tradition.

It is important to note that while these historical figures provide examples of the name Arit, the name's usage and popularity may have varied across different regions and time periods within the Indian subcontinent and beyond.

Data source

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