Seeta
Seeta (सीता) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu girl-name meaning “Goddess Sita; the furrow of the field”. Find pronunciation, origin, deity association, popularity and similar Hindu baby names.
Seeta (सीता) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu girl-name meaning “Goddess Sita; the furrow of the field”. Find pronunciation, origin, deity association, popularity and similar Hindu baby names.
Seeta (सीता, IAST: sītā) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu girl-name meaning “Goddess Sita; the furrow of the field”. Wife of Lord Rama and embodiment of dharma; born of the earth in a furrow ploughed by King Janaka.
Meaning, etymology & significance
Seeta (सीता) is an alternative spelling of Sita — wife of Lord Rama, daughter of King Janaka of Mithila, and one of the most beloved figures in the entire Hindu tradition. The name itself means “furrow” — for she was found by King Janaka in a furrow as he ploughed the field for a yajña, and was raised as his daughter.
Sita’s life — chronicled in the Valmiki Ramayana — has shaped the Hindu understanding of dharma, marital fidelity and quiet strength for over two millennia. Her ordeal in Lanka, her trial by fire (agni-pariksha), her final return to the earth from which she came — these are the chapters that every Indian child grows up hearing.
In her many names — Janaki (daughter of Janaka), Vaidehi (princess of Videha), Bhumiputri (daughter of the earth) — she encompasses the ideal of a woman whose strength is rooted in dharma rather than in confrontation. She is the supreme exemplar of patience, devotion and right action.
A baby girl named Seeta carries an immense inheritance. The name is gentle in sound and weighty in meaning. Pair with bhakti-tradition surnames or with the Ramayana-family name Janaki for the deepest resonance.
Astrology — nakshatra & rashi
By the standard Vedic correspondence between the first syllable of a name and the lunar mansion (nakshatra), Seeta aligns with the Shatabhisha nakshatra, under the Kumbha rashi (Moon sign).
Similar names
Hindu names with a similar feel or meaning include: Sita, Janaki, Vaidehi. 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 Seeta mean?
Seeta ( सीता , IAST: sītā ) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu girl-name meaning “Goddess Sita; the furrow of the field” . Wife of Lord Rama and embodiment of dharma; born of the earth in a furrow ploughed by King Janaka.
Is Seeta 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 Seeta?
It has Sanskrit/Hindu origins; its roots, deity association and significance are detailed above.
Are there variations or similar names to Seeta?
Related and similarly-themed Hindu names, along with their meanings, are listed in the guide above to help you choose.
Seeta — Name Facts
- Meaning
- Goddess Sita; the furrow of the field
- Gender
- Hindu girl name
- Nakshatra
- Purva Bhadrapada
- Rashi
- Kumbha (Aquarius)
- Numerology
- 9
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Seeta mean?
Seeta is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu girl name meaning “Goddess Sita; the furrow of the field”.
Is Seeta a boy or girl name?
Seeta is traditionally a Hindu girl name.
Which nakshatra and rashi suit the name Seeta?
By the first-syllable rule of Vedic naming, Seeta aligns with the Purva Bhadrapada nakshatra, under the Kumbha (Aquarius) rashi.
What is the numerology number of Seeta?
The Chaldean name number of Seeta is 9.
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