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Divit

DEE-vit · Of uncertain origin; may be a modern coinage derived from the Hindi word दिवित (divit) meaning 'one who is wise' or 'intelligent', though this derivation is not well-attested.

2025 rank (boys)
#2,991
Babies named in 2025
41
Peak popularity
2025
2025 frequency
1 in 41,660 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Rising since 2008

Rising since 2008, #2,991 for boys today.

Popularity of Divit since 2008

Babies named Divit per year in U.S. Social Security records.

14274120102020Most births 2025Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
2000s6
2010s129
2020s141

Meaning & origin

Divit is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 2008. As of 2025, it ranks 2,991th nationally, with a frequency of 1 in 41,660 births that year, indicating it remains an uncommon choice. The name has shown a rising trajectory since 2008, reaching its peak popularity in 2025. It is most common in New Jersey and California, reflecting its use among families of Indian heritage. The etymology of Divit is uncertain; it may be a modern coinage or a respelling of a traditional name, but its exact origins are not clearly documented.

Divit is a modern name that emerged in India in the 2000s. It may be a respelling or variant of the Sanskrit-derived name Divit meaning 'wise' or 'intelligent', but the connection is uncertain. The name gained some popularity in the United States among families of South Asian descent, first appearing in Social Security records in 2008.

Where Divit is most popular

Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Divit” around the world

Where Divit lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.

  • Ireland

    3

    babies in 2025

Sources: CSO Ireland (Ireland).

Sibling names for Divit

Names that share Divit's style, for a brother or sister.

A parent animal hugging its little one, the personalized name page

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Divit mean?
The meaning of Divit is uncertain. It may be derived from a Hindi word meaning 'wise' or 'intelligent', but this is not well-established.
How popular is the name Divit?
Divit is a rare name in the United States. In 2025, it ranked 2,991th in popularity, meaning approximately 1 in 41,660 boys born that year were named Divit.
Is Divit a boy's name?
Divit is used almost exclusively for boys. In recent U.S. data, it has not been recorded for girls.