Meaning & Origin
The one whose story is worth telling, the one who has a beautiful history, the one who embodies good deeds and virtue.
Spiritual meaning
Embodiment of Dharma, the eternal law of the universe, the one who upholds truth and righteousness.
Language details
चरिता
चरित् कर्तुम् (to do a deed)
चरिता
कामना (desire) + करना (to do)
சரிதா
செய்தல் (to do) + அரித்து (good)
చరితా
చేయినదే (done) + ఆశీశ్ (good)
Charita
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे History, Story, Narrative
Charita
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ History, Story, Narrative
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
char-EE-tah
/ˈtʃaːrɪtɑː/
Lucky number
6
Lucky day
Saturday
Lucky colors
Life path
3
Lucky stone
Carnelian
Cultural & Spiritual notes
The name Charita has its roots in Sanskrit language. Charita is a combination of two words - Char and ita. Char means story or deed, and ita means worth. So, Charita can be translated to someone whose story or deeds are worth telling, or someone who embodies good deeds and virtue. The name Charita holds immense importance in Indian cultures, especially in Hinduism. In Indian society, a person's name carries great significance and often reflects the values and beliefs of their family and community. The name Charita is often given to children to inspire them to lead virtuous lives and contribute positively to society.
From a spiritual perspective, the name Charita holds deep significance. It is believed that every human being has a unique story to tell, a journey of life that is worthy of being shared. The name Charita acknowledges and celebrates this truth. Through this name, a child is reminded of their potential to create a beautiful and inspiring story, a story that reflects good deeds, kindness, compassion, and virtue. The name Charita is a constant reminder to be a beacon of light and positivity not just for oneself but for others as well. It instills a sense of purpose and encourages one to live a life of service and significance.
Vedic name • Root: Sanskrit/Mythology/Vedic • Charita is a name of Goddess Lakshmi in Hinduism.
Historical references
Charita is the Sanskrit name for the ancient Indian epic 'Nalopakhyana' which forms a part of the Itivrkshya or the Anushasana Parva in the Mahabharata. It narrates the story of Nala, the king of Hastinapura, and his wife Damayanti, who are separated by an illusion created by the god Indra, and eventually reunited by the grace of Rishi Vyasa and the sage Jatayu.
c. 4th century BCE
Charita also refers to the genre of early Indian literature that deals with the stories of the lives and deeds of great men and women, often centered around their moral values and virtues. These stories were documented in various regional languages and scripts, and were popular among the masses as moral and educational texts.
c. 1st millennium CE
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