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The baby name Chitkala is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced CHIT-kah-lah (IPA: /ˈtʃɪt.kə.la/).

Chitkala is Indian, Sanskrit in Origin.

Gender: Female
Syllables: 3.0
Origin: Indian, Sanskrit
Pronunciation: CHIT-kah-lah (IPA: /ˈtʃɪt.kə.la/)

What is the meaning of the name Chitkala ?

The baby name Chitkala is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced CHIT-kah-lah (IPA: /ˈtʃɪt.kə.la/).

Chitkala is Indian, Sanskrit in Origin.

Chitkala is a feminine given name of Sanskrit origin. It fuses cit (“consciousness, thought, awareness”) with kalā (“art, skill; a part or ray”). The compound is read in two complementary ways: “a ray/particle of consciousness” in philosophical Sanskrit, and “art of the mind” or “refined skill” in a cultural sense. The name thus evokes clarity, sensitivity, and artistic intelligence.

In modern usage across India - especially among Hindi, Marathi, and Kannada speakers - the name appears from the early 20th century and is occasionally borne by artists and educators, aligning it with the fine-arts connotation of kalā. Documented spellings include Chitkala, Citkalā (IAST), and Chitkalaa; a related form is Chitakala in South Indian transliteration, while it is sometimes confused with Chitrakala (“pictorial art”), a distinct expression. Nicknames may include Chit, Kala, or Kalu within families. The name remains uncommon yet familiar, carrying a poised blend of philosophical depth and creative grace.

Chitkala is about as rare as a name gets. We count just 1 recorded use of it worldwide, from 1 country.

Chitkala has the following similar or variant Names

Chitkala – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
IN Girls 0 #654 1 13,121
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People also ask about Chitkala

Chitkala is predominantly a girl's name.
Chitkala is a 3 syllable name, pronounced CHIT-kah-lah (IPA: /ˈtʃɪt.kə.la/).
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Chitkala, Chitakala and Chit-Kala.
Across languages, Chitkala has these equivalents: Chitra (art/picture), Manisha (intellect/wisdom), Medha (intellect).
Chitkala is a name of Sanskrit origin, traditionally used in India. It doesn't appear in the major international birth registries we track, but it is an established name within India and its diaspora communities.
Yes. You won't find Chitkala anywhere in the official popularity rankings, so it ranks among the very rarest names.