Achitra
Achitra (अचित्रा) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu girl-name meaning “Beyond depiction; the indescribably beautiful”. Find pronunciation, origin, deity association, popularity and similar Hindu baby names.
Achitra (अचित्रा) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu girl-name meaning “Beyond depiction; the indescribably beautiful”. Find pronunciation, origin, deity association, popularity and similar Hindu baby names.
Achitra (अचित्रा, IAST: acitrā) is an Sanskrit-origin Hindu girl-name meaning “Beyond depiction; the indescribably beautiful”. Feminine of acitra — that which cannot be painted, beyond the artist's skill.
Meaning, etymology & significance
Achitra (अचित्रा) is built from the privative a- + citra (picture, depiction, the colourful). The literal sense is "beyond depiction" or "not capable of being painted" — that whose beauty exceeds what any artist could render.
In Sanskrit literary tradition the trope of "the heroine whose beauty cannot be painted" is recurrent — Kalidasa's plays describe Shakuntala and Urvashi in these terms. The name Achitra captures this rasa in a single word: she who exceeds the painter's art.
The name is uncommon in 2026 — almost unique — which makes it a distinctive choice for families who want a name very few others carry while remaining firmly Sanskrit-rooted.
Pronunciation: a-CHIT-raa. Pair with classical surnames where the poetic-Sanskrit weight is welcome.
Astrology — nakshatra & rashi
By the standard Vedic correspondence between the first syllable of a name and the lunar mansion (nakshatra), Achitra aligns with the Krittika nakshatra, under the Mesha rashi (Moon sign).
Similar names
Hindu names with a similar feel or meaning include: Chitra, Aaradhya, Akshara. Each is a distinct choice with its own etymology — explore them on their own pages for fuller context.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Achitra mean?
Achitra ( अचित्रा , IAST: acitrā ) is an Sanskrit-origin Hindu girl-name meaning “Beyond depiction; the indescribably beautiful” . Feminine of acitra — that which cannot be painted, beyond the artist's skill.
Is Achitra a good Hindu baby name?
Yes — it is a traditional Hindu name with an auspicious meaning, suitable for a baby and rooted in Sanatana Dharma values.
What is the origin of the name Achitra?
It has Sanskrit/Hindu origins; its roots, deity association and significance are detailed above.
Are there variations or similar names to Achitra?
Related and similarly-themed Hindu names, along with their meanings, are listed in the guide above to help you choose.
Achitra — Name Facts
- Meaning
- Beyond depiction; the indescribably beautiful
- Gender
- Hindu girl name
- Nakshatra
- Krittika
- Rashi
- Mesha (Aries)
- Numerology
- 8
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Achitra mean?
Achitra is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu girl name meaning “Beyond depiction; the indescribably beautiful”.
Is Achitra a boy or girl name?
Achitra is traditionally a Hindu girl name.
Which nakshatra and rashi suit the name Achitra?
By the first-syllable rule of Vedic naming, Achitra aligns with the Krittika nakshatra, under the Mesha (Aries) rashi.
What is the numerology number of Achitra?
The Chaldean name number of Achitra is 8.
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