Holding steady.
Popularity of Lalitha since 1969
Babies named Lalitha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 36 |
| 2010s | 43 |
| 2020s | 17 |
Meaning & origin
Lalitha has been recorded in the U.S. since 1969, reflecting its use among Indian American families. With a peak in 2005, the name has maintained a stable presence, though it has never entered the top 1,000. Its trajectory over recent years has been stable, suggesting consistent but niche appeal. The name's Sanskrit roots and connection to the goddess Parvati give it a deep cultural and spiritual resonance, while its gentle sound makes it accessible in English-speaking contexts.
Lalitha is a Sanskrit word meaning 'graceful, lovely, playful'. In Hindu tradition, it is an epithet of the goddess Parvati (also known as Lalita), and the name has been used for girls in India for centuries. It gained modest usage in the United States beginning in the late 1960s, likely carried by Indian immigrant families.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lali, Lalu, Litha
Variants: Lalita, Lalitā
Sibling names for Lalitha
Names that share Lalitha's style, for a brother or sister.
