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Sanjit

Meaning & History

Sanjit is a masculine given name used primarily in Bengali and Hindi-speaking communities. It derives from the Sanskrit संजित (saṃjita), meaning "complete victory." The name embodies triumph and success, making it a popular choice for boys in South Asia.

Bearers

Several notable individuals bear the name Sanjit across various fields:

  • Sanjit Acharya (1953–2024), a Bangladeshi singer, composer, playwright, and lyricist.
  • Sanjit Biswas (born 1982), co-founder of the networking company Meraki, Inc.
  • Sanjit Narwekar (born 1952), an Indian documentary filmmaker and author.
  • Sanjit De Silva (born 1976), a Sri Lankan actor and director.
  • Sanjit Roy, also known as Bunker Roy (born 1945), an Indian social activist and educator.

Variants

A common variant is Sanjeet, used in Hindi contexts with the same Sanskrit origin and meaning.

Related Names

Variants

(Hindi) Sanjeet

Sources: Wikipedia — Sanjit

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