Ajit

“unconquered, invincible” — Associated with various figures in Hindu mythology

India origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#4884US 2023

20Births / yr

↑Rising

282All-time births

📅 Since 197300

What does Ajit mean and where does it come from?

Ajit is a name of Sanskrit origin, primarily found in India and Nepal. It translates to 'unconquered' or 'invincible', signifying strength and resilience. Ajit is often associated with various figures in Hindu mythology, such as the warrior God and the valorous aspects of life. The name has historic

Cultural significance

Ajit has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in India-speaking communities, where it reflects values of unconquered, invincible.

Peak popularity

Reached #4065 in 1986 — currently #4884 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Ajit?

Ajit works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Ajit Grace

How popular is Ajit right now?

Rising fast — up 1600 spots — currently #4884 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#4884 · Top 3.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4884	20	▲ up 1600 · +54% births
2022	#6484	13	▲ up 1701 · +44% births
2021	#8185	9	▼ down 1484 · -25% births
2020	#6701	12	▲ up 82
2015	#6783	12	▲ up 28
2010	#6811	12	▲ up 3991 · +140% births
2000	#10802	5	▼ down 6215 · -44% births
1985	#4587	9	▼ down 190
1980	#4397	9	▲ up 336 · +29% births
1975	#4733	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Ajit

Best Year1980Rank #4397

Peak Count20

Average Rank#6437

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1975 - 202310 years

The story of Ajit

Ajit is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1973. With 282 total births recorded, Ajit remains relatively uncommon.

Names that peaked alongside Ajit in 1986:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua David

Ajit by decade

Ajit peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	35
1980s	65
1990s	44
2000s	57
2010s ★	69
2020s	12

💎Ajit has only 282 total recorded births since 1973 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Ajit?

Common

AjAjieAjy

What names sound and feel like Ajit?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Ajit also consider these

Ajith

India · Unconquered, invincible.

Arjit

India · Sanskrit

Amit

India · Nurturing, friend

Indian · A Indian name

How is Ajit written in other languages?

अजीत

Hindi), अजित (Marathi), ਅਜੀਤ (Gurmukhi), অজিত (Bengali

Common questions about the name Ajit

What does the name Ajit mean?

Ajit means "unconquered, invincible" — a name rooted in India tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Ajit?

Ajit is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Ajit have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Ajit?

Ajit originates from India tradition. India names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Ajit trending right now?

Ajit is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Ajit a common or rare name?

Ajit is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.