Indian name meaning

Amit

♂ Boy

A·mit · 2 syllables

Infinite; boundless

Origin
Sanskrit
Most used by
Hindu families
Commonly used in
North & Central India
How common is this name?Very common

Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.

1
Name number 1 · The Leader

Independent, original and driven — a natural starter who likes to lead rather than follow.

The letters of Amit add up to 10, which reduces to 1.

About the name Amit

Amit is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “Infinite; boundless.”

In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Amit has the name number 1, “The Leader.”

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Amit mean?

Amit means “Infinite; boundless.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.

Is Amit a boy or a girl name?

Amit is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.

What is the origin and religion of the name Amit?

Amit is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.

What is the numerology number of the name Amit?

In the Chaldean system, Amit has the name number 1, “The Leader.”

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