Holding steady.
Popularity of Deepti since 1981
Babies named Deepti per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 35 |
| 1990s | 49 |
| 2000s | 58 |
| 2010s | 13 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Deepti is a feminine Sanskrit name meaning 'light' or 'lamp,' drawn from the root 'dīp.' The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1981, reflecting the growing Indian-American diaspora. Its popularity peaked in the year 2000, after which usage declined, though it has remained consistently in use among families of South Asian heritage. While never ranking among the top 1000 nationally, Deepti has steady appeal in communities that value its luminous meaning and Sanskrit origins.
Deepti (also spelled Dipthi) is derived from the Sanskrit root 'dīp' meaning 'to light' or 'to illuminate', with the feminine suffix '-ti' forming an abstract noun. It is one of several Sanskrit names meaning 'lamp' or 'light', related to 'deep' (lamp) and 'dipa' (light). The name has been popular in India, especially among Hindu families, since the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Deepu, Dee, Dips, Deepa
Variants: Dipthi, Deeptee, Deepthi
Sibling names for Deepti
Names that share Deepti's style, for a brother or sister.
