Find out how popular the first name Malita has been for the last 18 years (from 1974 to 1991) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Malita by gender

Based on the last 18 years of data, Malita is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1991, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Malita.

The history of the first name Malita

The name Malita is thought to have originated from the Sanskrit language, which was the classical language of ancient India and the liturgical language of Hinduism and Buddhism. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "malita," which means "blooming" or "blossoming," referring to the radiant beauty and freshness of a flower.

In Hindu mythology, Malita is mentioned as the name of a celestial nymph or apsara, known for her enchanting beauty and grace. The apsaras were divine feminine beings who resided in the heavenly realms and were often depicted as attending upon the gods and entertaining them with their celestial dances and music.

The earliest recorded use of the name Malita can be traced back to ancient Indian texts and inscriptions from the 5th century BCE. One notable historical figure bearing this name was Malita Devi, a 10th-century Indian princess and poetess from the Paramara dynasty, renowned for her literary works and patronage of the arts.

In the 12th century, Malita was the name of a celebrated Sanskrit poet and scholar from the Kalinga region (present-day Odisha) in eastern India. Her poetic compositions were widely admired and studied in literary circles of the time.

Another historical figure with this name was Malita Bai, a 16th-century Indian queen and ruler of the Maratha Empire, known for her military prowess and leadership during the turbulent times of the Mughal-Maratha conflicts.

In the realm of performing arts, Malita Qanungo was a renowned Indian classical dancer and choreographer from the 20th century, who made significant contributions to the revival and promotion of the Odissi dance form.

Malita Narayana Jois, born in 1923, was a renowned yoga teacher and scholar from Karnataka, India, who played a pivotal role in popularizing the Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga system globally.

While the name Malita has its roots in ancient India, it has since gained popularity across different cultures and regions, often retaining its connotations of beauty, radiance, and blooming elegance.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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