Indian name meaning
Lalit
♂ BoyLa·lit · 2 syllables
Beautiful; a musical raga
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
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.
Creative, sociable and optimistic — gifted with words, art and lifting the mood.
The letters of Lalit add up to 12, which reduces to 3.
About the name Lalit
Lalit is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “Beautiful; a musical raga.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Lalit has the name number 3, “The Expresser.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lalit mean?
Lalit means “Beautiful; a musical raga.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Lalit a boy or a girl name?
Lalit is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Lalit?
Lalit is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Lalit?
In the Chaldean system, Lalit has the name number 3, “The Expresser.”
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