Everything about the name MITRA
Meaning, origin, history
Mitra is a name of Persian origin, derived from the Old Iranian word 'mithra' meaning 'contract' or 'covenant.' In ancient Indo-Iranian culture, Mitra was revered as the god of contracts and treaties, associated with truth and friendship. The name Mitra gained popularity in India during the medieval period due to its association with the Hindu goddess Mitra, who is considered the consort of the sun god Surya.
Popularity of the name MITRA since 1880
Birth evolution
Popularity analysis
The name Mitra, while not as popular as other names, has made a unique appearance on the U.S. birth records. In the year 2003 alone, there were five babies given this distinctive name. This figure represents the total number of births recorded with the name Mitra that year in the United States. It's fascinating to note that although it may not be as common as other names, Mitra has left its mark on U.S. birth statistics for that particular year.