Lalita
Meaning of Lalita
Lalita is a beautiful and feminine name that originates from Hindi. It is pronounced as luh-LEE-tuh (/ləˈliːtə/). The name Lalita has variations, including Lalitha. Although not extremely common in the United States, Lalita has been steadily increasing in popularity over the years. In recent years, it has ranked between 8th and 12th in terms of occurrences. The name Lalita carries a sense of grace and elegance, making it a fitting choice for parents seeking a unique yet sophisticated name for their daughter.
Pronunciation
Hindi
- Pronunced as luh-LEE-tuh (/ləˈliːtə/)
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Notable People Named Lalita
| Lalita Ramakrishnan is an Indian-born American microbiologist known for her contributions to understanding tuberculosis and serves as a professor of Immunology and Infectious Diseases at the University of Cambridge. |
| Lalita Lajmi, an Indian painter and self-taught artist, was known for her work influenced by Indian films and classical dance, and was the sister of renowned Hindi film director Guru Dutt. |
| Lalita Babar is an Indian long-distance runner known for holding the national record in the 3000 meters steeplechase and being the reigning Asian Champion in the same event. |
| Lalita Pawar was a prolific Indian actress known for her Guinness world record for the longest acting career, appearing in over 700 films in Hindi, Marathi, and Gujarati cinema, and winning the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress. |
| Lalita Shastri was the wife of former Prime Minister of India, Lal Bahadur Shastri. |
