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Dipa Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Dipa

"A female given name from South Asia."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 1983 👥 18 in US
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Meaning
A female given name from South Asia.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
18
Life Path
Number 3

📖 What Does Dipa Mean?

Deepa or Dipa is a Hindu name of Sanskrit origin. In India, it is a popular feminine given name, meaning "lamp" and "light".

🌐 From Wikipedia Source ↗

Deepa or Dipa is a Hindu name of Sanskrit origin. In India, it is a popular feminine given name, meaning "lamp" and "light".…

Root Element
Dipa
Core Meaning
"A female given name from South Asia."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Dipa

D 4
I 9
P 7
A 1
SUM 3
3
Life Path
Creativity & Expression
1
Soul Urge
Independence & Leadership
11
Personality
Intuition & Insight

Life Path 3 — Creativity & Expression: Charismatic, artistic, and highly communicative.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male0%
♀ Female100%

Based on 18 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 18
Peak year 1983 (7)
First recorded 1980
Last recorded 1988
Gender Predominantly Female
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Dipa" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A female given name from South Asia.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~18 people named Dipa in the US. Peaked in 1983 with 7 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Dipa?

The Life Path number for Dipa is 3, associated with Creativity & Expression. Soul Urge: 1. Personality: 11.

Is Dipa a boy or girl name?

Dipa is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Dipa in the US?

Approximately 18 people in the United States are named Dipa. The name peaked in 1983 with 7 recorded uses.

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