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From the Sanskrit root *diti*, meaning "bound" or "fettered," the prefix *a-* negates the root, creating *Aditi*, literally translating to "unbound," "limitless," or "free." This linguistic construction, using a negative prefix, is common in Indo-European languages, including Sanskrit. The name embodies the concept of boundlessness and freedom from constraint. Aditi appears in the ancient Hindu text, the Rigveda, as a prominent goddess. She is considered the mother of the gods (devas) and a personification of infinity and the cosmos. While not widely used as a given name outside of Hindu communities, its significance within Hinduism has ensured its continued, albeit limited, use in India and among the Indian diaspora. Variations and diminutives are not commonly recorded, likely due to the name's strong association with the revered goddess.