Declining since 2010, #6,546 for girls today.
Popularity of Medha since 1993
Babies named Medha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 51 |
| 2000s | 373 |
| 2010s | 381 |
| 2020s | 128 |
Meaning & origin
Medha is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'intellect' or 'wisdom.' It first appeared on the U.S. popularity charts in 1993 and has since been used primarily for girls. The name reached its peak rank of 6,546 in 2011, but its usage has been gradually declining since 2010, with a trajectory of falling popularity. In 2025, it was given to roughly 1 in 94,545 babies. Medha is most commonly used in Texas among U.S. states. The name carries cultural significance in Hindu traditions, often linked to wisdom and knowledge.
Medha derives from the Sanskrit root 'medhā,' meaning 'intellect' or 'wisdom.' It is a common name among Hindu families, often associated with the goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge. The name has been used in India for centuries and appears in ancient Hindu scriptures.
Where Medha is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Medhu, Medhi
Sibling names for Medha
Names that share Medha's style, for a brother or sister.
