Indian name meaning
Ritu
♀ GirlRi·tu · 2 syllables
A season of the year
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
- Also spelled
- Rithu
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.
Grounded, disciplined and dependable — turns steady effort into solid results.
The letters of Ritu add up to 13, which reduces to 4.
About the name Ritu
Ritu is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “A season of the year.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Ritu has the name number 4, “The Builder.” It is also spelled Rithu.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ritu mean?
Ritu means “A season of the year.” It is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Ritu a boy or a girl name?
Ritu is traditionally used as a girl's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Ritu?
Ritu is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Ritu?
In the Chaldean system, Ritu has the name number 4, “The Builder.”
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