Holding steady.
Popularity of Ritu since 1968
Babies named Ritu per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 12 |
| 1970s | 87 |
| 1980s | 60 |
| 1990s | 55 |
| 2000s | 105 |
| 2010s | 22 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Ritu is a Sanskrit name meaning 'season' that first appeared in U.S. data in 1968. Its peak year was 2002, though it has remained consistently rare, reflecting its cultural specificity. The name saw a stable trajectory in the 2000s, never entering the top 1000. In 2025, no rank or one-in-N statistic was recorded, indicating usage remains extremely low. While no top states emerge from the data, Ritu carries a distinct cultural resonance rooted in Hindu tradition.
Ritu derives directly from Sanskrit 'ṛtu' (ऋतु), meaning 'season, period, or fixed time.' The term is ancient, appearing in the Vedas with cosmological significance. Over centuries it became a common given name in India, especially popular among Hindu families, often reflecting the beauty and cyclical nature of seasons.
Sibling names for Ritu
Names that share Ritu's style, for a brother or sister.
