Chitra
Pronunciation: [ ch-IHTR-uh ]
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Chitra first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.
Over 33 babies have been named Chitra in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Chitra is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #22,196 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #22,196
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Chitra
Chitra is a girl name .
Chitra is currently ranked #22,196 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Chitra include Chi, Chit, Chity, Chitie, Chy, Chie, and Chikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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