Amrit is of Indian origin, derived from Sanskrit 'amrta', meaning 'immortal' or 'imperishable'. It's a unisex name, popular among Sikhs and Hindus alike. Amrit holds significant spiritual connotations in Sikhism, representing the nectar of immortality obtained through divine grace. The name gained prominence during the establishment of the Khalsa, where initiation ceremonies involved the drinking of Amrit.
The name Amrit experienced notable fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a significant peak occurring in 2002 and 2003 with 22 and 23 births respectively. However, it appears that its usage has been declining steadily since then, with only 7 births recorded in 2022 and 5 in 2023. Overall, there were a total of 568 births named Amrit from 1979 to 2023.