Declining since 2010, #10,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Samhita since 1998
Babies named Samhita per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 18 |
| 2000s | 191 |
| 2010s | 177 |
| 2020s | 23 |
Meaning & origin
Samhita is a Sanskrit name that refers to the ancient sacred texts of Hinduism, the Vedas. It first entered U.S. naming records in 1998, and its peak popularity came in 2011, after which its usage has been gradually declining. In the most recent data from 2022, it ranked 10,917th with an estimated 1 in 200,908 births, a rarity that appeals to parents seeking a distinctly meaningful name with cultural depth. The name is primarily found among families of South Asian heritage and has not yet appeared in the top states by usage, indicating its niche but steady presence.
Samhita is a Sanskrit word meaning 'put together,' 'joined,' or 'collection.' In Hindu tradition, it specifically refers to the collections of mantras and hymns that form the oldest layer of the Vedas, the foundational scriptures of Hinduism. The name is traditionally given to girls in India and among the Hindu diaspora, reflecting a connection to sacred knowledge and textual heritage. Its use as a given name gained modest popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States among families of Indian origin.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sam, Sami, Sammy
Variants: Samhitha, Samhitaa
Sibling names for Samhita
Names that share Samhita's style, for a brother or sister.
