Amit is of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'immortal' or 'limitless'. It's often used as a given name and occasionally as a surname. The name has been popularized in various cultures around the world, particularly in India and among people of Indian descent.
The name Amit had varying popularity over the years, with a significant spike in 2000 when there were 19 births. However, the trend shows fluctuating numbers, ranging from as low as 5 to as high as 19 births per year since 1985. The total number of births registered with the name Amit over this period is 202.