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The baby name Namrata is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced nuhm-RAH-tuh (NAHM-rah-tah), approx. /nəmˈrɑːtɑː/.

Namrata is Hindi, Sanskrit in Origin.

Gender: Female
Syllables: 3.0
Origin: Hindi, Sanskrit
Pronunciation: nuhm-RAH-tuh (NAHM-rah-tah), approx. /nəmˈrɑːtɑː/

What is the meaning of the name Namrata ?

The baby name Namrata is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced nuhm-RAH-tuh (NAHM-rah-tah), approx. /nəmˈrɑːtɑː/.

Namrata is Hindi, Sanskrit in Origin.

Namrata is a feminine given name from Sanskrit नम्रता (namratā), derived from नम्र (namra, “bent, modest, gentle”) with the abstract suffix -tā, yielding the sense “humility,” “modesty,” and “gentleness.” As a cherished virtue in classical and bhakti-era literature, the term evokes grace, courtesy, and soft strength across Indic traditions. The name is common in Hindi, Marathi, Nepali, Bengali, and other Indo-Aryan languages, and it has spread widely in modern India and the diaspora.

Spellings and regional variants include Namratha and Namritha (especially in Kannada, Telugu, and Tamil contexts), with nicknames such as Nami and Namu. A related name is Namita, which shares the same semantic field of humility. Contemporary visibility has been bolstered by figures like actress and former Miss India Namrata Shirodkar, helping the name maintain steady urban usage from the late 20th century onward while retaining its classical moral resonance.

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Famous people with the name Namrata

Namrata Shirodkar Actor · Born 1972 · India Namrata Shirodkar is best known as an Indian actress and former Femina Miss India 1993 winner who worked mainly in Hindi films. She appeared in movies like Vaastav: The Reality, Bride and Prejudice, and Pukar, and also worked as a producer. Namrata Shrestha Actor · Born 1986 · Nepal Namrata Shrestha is a Nepalese actress and model best known for her work in Nepali cinema. She rose to fame with her debut in Sano Sansar (2008) and later appeared in popular films like November Rain and Parva.

Namrata – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
MV Girls 0 #35 1 2,021
IN 0 #66 6 2,963
CN 0 #86 1 3,857
QA 0 #105 2 7,011
OM 0 #115 7 6,215
KW 0 #119 3 5,216
MU 0 #137 1 3,613
CR 0 #165 1 5,526
AE 0 #184 4 10,220
IN Girls 0 #188 712 13,121
JP Girls 0 #249 3 6,592
SG 0 #279 4 11,010
IL 0 #282 1 6,291
QA Girls 0 #294 23 15,378
MU Girls 0 #315 37 8,539
DK Girls 0 #329 1 7,429
CN Girls 0 #355 5 8,829
HK 0 #357 1 8,483
SD Girls 0 #358 1 7,678
PL Girls 0 #363 2 5,096
OM Girls 0 #367 30 15,987
BD Girls 0 #398 9 8,413
PH Girls 0 #428 2 13,098
AE Girls 0 #471 83 20,968
PT Girls 0 #471 1 7,952
ZA 0 #474 1 14,421
KW Girls 0 #496 20 19,177
CO 0 #510 1 7,768
RU Girls 0 #523 1 11,913
BH 0 #542 12 17,937
PS Girls 0 #544 4 10,981
SG Girls 0 #551 36 18,916
CM Girls 0 #560 1 11,671
HK Girls 0 #603 13 16,104
IL Girls 0 #644 2 11,648
IQ Boys 0 #697 1 13,071
Finland Girls 2026 #734 5 3,895
QA Boys 0 #740 4 18,093
KW Boys 0 #806 1 18,755
NG Girls 0 #826 1 15,093
SA Girls 0 #909 27 25,931
United States Girls 2013 #916 5 9,616
IN Boys 0 #1,034 6 16,750
MY Girls 0 #1,064 9 24,821
AE Boys 0 #1,142 2 22,615
MY Boys 0 #1,181 2 25,439
MA 0 #1,199 1 20,986
ZA Girls 0 #1,232 5 25,928
SA Boys 0 #1,683 9 28,008

Namrata is popular in 32 countries — most recent births per country:

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People also ask about Namrata

Namrata is predominantly a girl's name.
Namrata is a 3 syllable name, pronounced nuhm-RAH-tuh (NAHM-rah-tah), approx. /nəmˈrɑːtɑː/.
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Namrita, Namritha, Namrataa and Namratha.
Across languages, Namrata has these equivalents: Modesta (Spanish/Italian), Modesty (English), Vinita (Sanskrit).
Somewhat — Namrata ranked #734 in Finland in 2026, and appears in official birth registries across 2 countries, placing it just outside the most common names.
Namrata ranks highest in Finland (#734 in 2026).
Namrata's popularity is declining significantly. It moved from #882 in 2003 to #916 in 2013 in United States.
Yes — 2 notable people named Namrata are in our database, including Namrata Shirodkar (Actor), Namrata Shrestha (Actor).