The nameMitra
Mitra is a Persian and Sanskrit name of friendship and light.
- Girl's name
- Persian and Sanskrit
Meaning
Mitra is linked to the ancient Indo Iranian god Mithra, and to the Sanskrit mitra, "friend".
Origin
Persian and Sanskrit.
History
In the United States Mitra reached 3606th place in 1971.
Popularity of the name Mitra
Mitra in the United States
Mitra was most popular in the United States in the 1980s, with 130 births over the decade, 22% of all recorded babies named Mitra. Its rise began around 1961, and it peaked in 2003. Half of all babies named Mitra in the United States were born before 1992.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mitra mean?
Mitra is linked to the ancient Indo Iranian god Mithra, and to the Sanskrit mitra, "friend".
What is the origin of the name Mitra?
Persian and Sanskrit.
Is Mitra a girl's or a boy's name?
Mitra is a girl's name.
How popular is the name Mitra?
In 2024, Mitra was the 9768th most popular name for baby girls in the United States, with 10 births.