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Shreshta

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Pronounced SHRESH-tah /ˈʃrɛʃ.tə/Medium

Meaning: From Sanskrit shreshtha, 'best; most excellent; superior; distinguished.' A dignified name expressing excellence.Low

In 30 seconds: A dignified Sanskrit name: Shreshta means 'best; most excellent' (said 'SHRESH-tah'). Strong and graceful.
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Origin MediumSanskrit, Indian
MeaningFrom Sanskrit shreshtha, 'best; most excellent; superior; distinguished.' A dignified name expressing excellence.
U.S. rank (2024)#11962 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births8 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2018
Total births (all-time)≈ 116

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201820092024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Shreshta comes from Sanskrit shreshtha, 'best; most excellent.' It is a strong, dignified South Asian name, rare in the U.S. and carried mainly by Indian families (said 'SHRESH-tah').

In the U.S. it appears rarely, mostly in Indian-heritage homes. Rare, dignified, and graceful.

Did you know? Shreshta is Sanskrit for 'best; most excellent; superior' — a dignified name expressing excellence, carried gracefully in Indian families (said 'SHRESH-tah').
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References — Shreshta — Sanskrit 'best; most excellent'; Indian name

Variations

ShreshthaShrestaShreshti

Nicknames

ShreReshi

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Shreshta mean?

Shreshta is Sanskrit for 'best; most excellent; superior; distinguished.'

How do you pronounce Shreshta?

It's said SHRESH-tah /ˈʃrɛʃ.tə/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Shreshta a boy or girl name?

Shreshta is a girl's name.

How popular is Shreshta?

Shreshta is a rare name in the U.S.

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