Find out how popular the first name Dalit has been for the last 1 years (from 2020 to 2020) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Dalit by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Dalit is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2020, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Dalit.

The history of the first name Dalit

The name Dalit originates from the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indian language and the root of many modern Indo-Aryan languages. The word "Dalit" is derived from the Sanskrit word "dal," which means "to crack, open, or split." In the context of Indian society, the term "Dalit" has been used to refer to those who have traditionally been considered "untouchable" or outside the four main castes of the Hindu caste system.

The term "Dalit" itself first appeared in the 19th century, when it was used by social reformers and activists fighting against the discrimination and oppression faced by the lowest castes in Indian society. One of the earliest recorded uses of the term was by Jyotirao Phule, a prominent social reformer from Maharashtra, in his work "Gulamgiri" (Slavery) published in 1873.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Dalit. One of the most famous was Dr. B.R. Ambedkar (1891-1956), an Indian jurist, economist, and social reformer who played a pivotal role in drafting the Indian Constitution and campaigning for the rights and empowerment of the Dalit community.

Another significant figure was Dalit Panther leader Raj Narain (1917-1986), who founded the Dalit Panthers, a militant organization that fought against caste-based discrimination and advocated for Dalit rights in the 1970s.

In literature, Daya Pawar (1935-1994) was a prominent Dalit writer from Maharashtra, known for his autobiographical works that shed light on the experiences of the Dalit community.

Dalit poet and activist Namdeo Dhasal (1949-2014) was a influential figure in the Dalit literary movement, known for his powerful and revolutionary poetry that challenged the caste system and highlighted the struggles of the Dalit community.

Lastly, Dalit leader and activist Bhim Rao Ramji Ambedkar (1938-2012), who was the grandson of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, played a significant role in the Dalit movement and worked towards the upliftment of the Dalit community.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who bore the name Dalit, which has become a symbol of resistance, empowerment, and the struggle for social justice and equality in Indian society.

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