Indian name meaning
Chaitra
⚥ UnisexChait·ra · 2 syllables
The first month of the Hindu calendar; spring
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
From Indian public population records (adults, not newborns).
Ambitious, capable and determined — built for goals, authority and material success.
| C | h | a | i | t | r | a |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
3 + 5 + 1 + 1 + 4 + 2 + 1 = 17, then 1 + 7 = 8. So Chaitra carries the name number 8.
About the name Chaitra
Chaitra is a unisex name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “The first month of the Hindu calendar; spring.”
Spoken aloud it is Chait·ra — 2 syllables. Chaitra is scarce in Indian public population records. Those cover adults, so names popular with today's newborns often score low here.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Chaitra mean?
Chaitra means “The first month of the Hindu calendar; spring.” It is a unisex name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Chaitra a boy or a girl name?
Chaitra is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Chaitra?
Chaitra is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
How do you pronounce Chaitra?
Chaitra has 2 syllables and is said as Chait·ra.
What is the numerology number of the name Chaitra?
In the Chaldean system, Chaitra has the name number 8, “The Achiever.”
Is Chaitra a common name in India?
Chaitra does not appear in the set of roughly 30,000 Indian public population records we check. Those cover adults, so a name popular with today's newborns can still score zero.
What names go well with Chaitra?
For a sibling to Chaitra, families often stay within the same Sanskrit naming tradition — Chaitanya, Chetan, Chhavi or Suman all pair naturally with it.
Which names sound similar to Chaitra?
Aritra, Suchitra, Netra or Nakshatra share Chaitra's ending and have a similar rhythm when spoken.
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