Sunita

“Meaning 'well-behaved,' 'good natured,' or 'auspicious'.” — Associated with various notable personalities

India origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#17322US 2023

5Births / yr

↑Rising

602All-time births

📅 Since 196300

How to pronounce Sunita

SUHN·EYE·tuh

/ˈsən.ˈaɪ.tə/ · stress on SUHN · 4 syllables

“Meaning 'well-behaved,' 'good natured,' or 'auspicious'.”

Associated with various notable personalities · India origin

What does Sunita mean and where does it come from?

Sunita is a name of Indian origin that holds significant cultural implications in Hinduism, often given in context with expectations of behavior and auspiciousness. It has been popular in India and Nepal since the mid-20th century and is associated with various notable personalities, including polit

Cultural significance

Sunita has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in India-speaking communities, where it reflects values of meaning 'well-behaved,' 'good natured,' or 'auspicious'..

Peak popularity

Reached #3035 in 1983 — currently #17322 in the US.

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How else can you spell Sunita?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Sonita

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Sunita?

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

Sunita Grace

How popular is Sunita right now?

Rising fast — up 68 spots — currently #17322 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1965–2023#17322 · Top 13%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#17322	5	▲ up 68
2010	#17390	5	▼ down 6264 · -44% births
2005	#11126	9	▲ up 962 · +29% births
2000	#12088	7	▲ up 84 · +17% births
1995	#12172	6	▼ down 7715 · -73% births
1990	#4457	22	▲ up 518 · +47% births
1985	#4975	15	▼ down 1164 · -29% births
1980	#3811	21	▼ down 680 · -9% births
1975	#3131	23	▲ up 1327 · +77% births
1970	#4458	13	▲ up 1318 · +86% births
1965	#5776	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Sunita

Best Year1975Rank #3131

Peak Count23

Average Rank#8791

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1965 - 202311 years

The story of Sunita

Sunita is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1963. With 602 total births recorded, Sunita remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5776 in 1965, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #17322 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Sunita in 1983:

Jennifer Jessica Amanda Ashley Sarah

Sunita by decade

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

Decade	Births
1960s	54
1970s	170
1980s ★	186
1990s	113
2000s	69
2010s	10

💎Sunita has only 602 total recorded births since 1963 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Sunita?

Common

SunSunieSunyIta

What names sound and feel like Sunita?

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

Suniya

India · A flourishing or

India · Well thought, intelligent

Spanish · Pretty (or) beautiful

Junita

Spanish · Spanish

How is Sunita written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Sunita

What does the name Sunita mean?

Sunita means "Meaning 'well-behaved,' 'good natured,' or 'auspicious'." — 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 Sunita?

Sunita is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Sunita?

Sunita 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.

How do you pronounce the name Sunita?

Sunita is a four-syllable name pronounced S AH1 N AY1 T AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Sunita?

Sunita pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar India heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.