Rising since 2003, #4,878 for girls today.
Popularity of Vedha since 2003
Babies named Vedha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 49 |
| 2010s | 120 |
| 2020s | 129 |
Meaning & origin
Vedha is a Sanskrit name meaning 'one who possesses knowledge', tied to the Hindu goddess Saraswati and the ancient Vedas. In U.S. records, the name first appeared in 2003 and has been steadily rising in use, reaching a peak rank of 4,878 in 2025. That year, approximately 1 in 59,528 newborn girls were named Vedha. The name's trajectory shows consistent growth over the past two decades, with Texas as its top state. Vedha fits a broader trend of meaningful, culturally resonant names gaining popularity among families seeking a connection to heritage.
Vedha derives from the Sanskrit root 'vid', meaning 'to know'. The name is closely associated with the Vedas, the ancient sacred scriptures of Hinduism, and is often used as an epithet for the goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, music, and the arts. In modern India, Vedha is used as a feminine given name, reflecting parents' aspirations for wisdom and learning.
Where Vedha is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Vedhu
Variants: Vedhaa, Vedhā
Sibling names for Vedha
Names that share Vedha's style, for a brother or sister.
