Meaning and Etymology
The name Shruti comes from the Sanskrit word श्रुति (śruti), which means “hearing, listening, that which is heard.” This meaning is recorded in several linguistic sources describing the word’s roots and its literal sense of auditory perception.[1][2][7]
Origin and Language Usage
Shruti originates in Sanskrit, the classical language of ancient India. As a personal name it is documented in modern Indian languages, most notably Hindi and Marathi, where it appears in native scripts as श्रुति (Hindi) and श्रुती (Marathi). The name is widely recognized as a feminine given name in India.[2][5]
Pronunciation
In Hindi the name is pronounced /ˈʃɾʊ.t̪iː/.[2]
Spellings and Variants
Common Romanised variants of the name include Shruthi, Sruti and Sruthi. These spellings reflect alternative transliterations of the same Sanskrit source.[3]
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shruti mean?
Shruti means “hearing, listening, that which is heard,” derived from the Sanskrit word श्रुति.[2][7]
Is Shruti a male or female name?
Shruti is used as a feminine (girl) name in India.[2][5]
How is Shruti pronounced?
In Hindi it is pronounced /ˈʃɾʊ.t̪iː/.[2]
Related terms
References
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- shruti - Wiktionary, the free dictionary; https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/shruti
- User-submitted name Shruti - Behind the Name; https://www.behindthename.com/name/shruti/submitted
- Shruti, Shruthi or Sruthi? 4 ways to spell Shruti | NamePlay.org; https://nameplay.org/ways-to-spell-Shruti
- Shruti in English; https://kaikki.org/dictionary/English/meaning/S/Sh/Shruti.html
- shruti — Etymology, Origin & Word History | Etymology Explorer; https://etymologyexplorer.com/word/English/shruti