Declining since 2010, #11,932 for girls today.
Popularity of Smriti since 1996
Babies named Smriti per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 96 |
| 2010s | 113 |
| 2020s | 13 |
Meaning & origin
Smriti is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'memory' or 'remembrance', with deep roots in Hindu tradition where it denotes a category of sacred texts. In the United States, it first appeared on the baby name charts in 1996, reaching its peak popularity in 2010. Since then, its usage has been slowly declining, with a 2025 rank of 11,932 and a frequency of approximately 1 in 229,610 births. The name has not been concentrated in any particular state, reflecting its niche but widespread appeal among families of Indian heritage. While never climbing into the top ranks, Smriti remains a meaningful choice that connects a child to cultural and spiritual values.
Smriti derives from the Sanskrit root 'smṛ' meaning 'to remember'. In Hinduism, Smriti is a class of sacred texts (as opposed to Shruti, 'that which is heard'), encompassing epics, law books, and Puranas. As a given name, it is used primarily in India, where it references the quality of being mindful or having a good memory.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Smri, Smiti
Variants: Smriti
Sibling names for Smriti
Names that share Smriti's style, for a brother or sister.
