Holding steady, #7,491 for girls today.
Popularity of Vaidehi since 1997
Babies named Vaidehi per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2003, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Vaidehi's real moment was 2024.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 12 |
| 2000s | 89 |
| 2010s | 94 |
| 2020s | 67 |
Meaning & origin
Vaidehi is a Sanskrit name deeply rooted in Hindu tradition, referencing the goddess Sita's origins in the ancient kingdom of Videha. Though it has appeared in U.S. birth records since 1997, its use remains uncommon: in 2025, it ranked 7491, with approximately 1 in every 114,805 newborn girls receiving the name. Its peak popularity to date occurred in 2024, and the trajectory remains stable. While it has not yet appeared among any state's top names, Vaidehi carries cultural resonance for families with ties to India. For parents seeking a name with mythological significance and a soft, melodic sound, Vaidehi offers a distinctive choice that honors epic tradition.
Vaidehi is a Sanskrit epithet of Sita, the heroine of the Ramayana. It derives from Videha, the ancient kingdom ruled by her father, King Janaka. As a given name, it has been used for centuries across the Indian subcontinent, particularly in Hindu families honoring Sita's lineage. In modern times, it has gained modest popularity in the Indian diaspora.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Vai, Dehi
Sibling names for Vaidehi
Names that share Vaidehi's style, for a brother or sister.
