Hindu girl name · Sanskrit origin

Nandita

“Joyful or delighted”

About the name Nandita

Meaning
Joyful or delighted
Origin
Sanskrit
Gender
Girl
Religion
Hindu
Starts with
N
Name number
9

Numerology of Nandita

Humanitarian: kind, generous and idealistic.

Worked out from the letters of the name (Pythagorean method). It is a tradition, for fun, and not science.

Nakshatras for Nandita

Ardra

Naming syllable “Na” · ruled by Rahu

Pada 1234
Moon signMithuna (Gemini)
DeityRudra, the storm god
SymbolA teardrop

Intelligent and deeply feeling. Traditionally linked with sharp thinking and the strength to start afresh after a challenge.

All Ardra names

Hasta

Naming syllable “Na” · ruled by Moon

Pada 1234
Moon signKanya (Virgo)
DeitySavitar, the sun deity
SymbolAn open hand

Skilful, practical and witty. Traditionally linked with clever hands, craftsmanship and a good sense of humour.

All Hasta names

Anuradha

Naming syllable “Na” · ruled by Saturn

Pada 1234
Moon signVrishchika (Scorpio)
DeityMitra, god of friendship
SymbolA lotus

Loyal, friendly and devoted. Traditionally linked with good organisation, teamwork and lasting friendships.

All Anuradha names
Nandita starts with a traditional naming syllable of these nakshatras, so it suits a baby born in either. The traits are the general traditional description of the nakshatra, the same for every name, and not a prediction about any child.

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Questions about Nandita

What does the name Nandita mean?

Nandita means "Joyful or delighted" and comes from Sanskrit.

Is Nandita a boy or a girl name?

Nandita is used as a girl name, mostly in Hindu families.

Which nakshatra does the name Nandita match?

The name Nandita starts with the syllable "Na", which is a naming syllable of Ardra nakshatra (pada 3) and Hasta nakshatra (pada 3) and Anuradha nakshatra (pada 1). This is the traditional way to choose a name for a baby born in that nakshatra.

What is the numerology number of Nandita?

By Pythagorean numerology the name Nandita adds up to 9. Humanitarian: kind, generous and idealistic. Numerology is a tradition and not science.

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