Sanskrit · Girl name
Ritu
“season, period”
About the name Ritu
Ritu is a feminine given name of Sanskrit origin. It is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘ritu’, which means ‘season’ or ‘period’. In Indian culture, the term refers to the six traditional seasons described in classical literature, such as the poem Ritusamhara attributed to the poet Kalidasa. The name is commonly used for girls in northern India and Nepal. The variant spelling Rithu is also found, particularly in South India.
- Meaning
- season, period
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- REE-too(2 syl.)
Middle names for Ritu
- Ritu Kiran
- Ritu Maya
- Ritu Sita
- Ritu Anjali
- Ritu Priya
Questions about Ritu
- What does Ritu mean?
- Ritu is a Sanskrit name meaning "season, period".
- How do you pronounce Ritu?
- Ritu is pronounced REE-too, with emphasis on the first syllable.
- What are variants of Ritu?
- Variants of Ritu include Rithu.
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