Love, affection, or joy
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'Priti', it signifies a deep sense of love, pleasure, and kindness. In Hindu philosophy, it represents one of the foundational emotions of joy and affection toward others. It is a common name across India, particularly in southern regions.
Less common today
Preethi isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,774 in 2002.
British-Indian novelist and entrepreneur
Former captain of the Tamil Nadu women's under-19 cricket team
Indian actress appearing in Telugu and Tamil films
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).