What Does the Name Kanta Mean
The name Kanta comes from Indian roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Kanta below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Kanta Name Meaning
& m Indian, Hindi, BengaliMeans "desired, beautiful" in Sanskrit. This is a transcription of both the feminine form कान्ता and the masculine form कान्त.
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