Pavitr

Pavitr is a given name used in parts of South Asia, particularly in India and Nepal. It is derived from Sanskrit, where pavitra (पवित्र) means pure or sacred, and Pavitr is a transliteration variant that appears in several Indian languages. The name is commonly used in Hindu communities and is sometimes associated with virtuous or sacred qualities.

Forms and gender usage: Spelling variants include Pavitra, Pavitr, and Pavitri; regional preferences vary. In some communities the name is used for any gender, while in other contexts it is more commonly masculine.

In fiction: Pavitr Prabhakar is the name of the protagonist in Spider-Man: India, a Marvel Comics series that reimagines Spider-Man in an Indian setting. The use of Pavitr underscores the name’s Indian origin and its association with purity in popular culture.

See also: Pavitra.