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Smriti

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Pronounced SMRIH-tee /ˈsmrɪ.ti/Medium

Meaning: From the Sanskrit smriti, 'that which is remembered.' In Hinduism it names the remembered tradition of scripture — a counterpart to shruti ('that which is heard'); it also means 'memory; remembrance.' Noted with respect.Medium

In 30 seconds: A name of memory: Smriti means 'that which is remembered' — the remembered tradition (said 'SMRIH-tee'). Rare and meaningful.
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Origin MediumSanskrit
MeaningFrom the Sanskrit smriti, 'that which is remembered.' In Hinduism it names the remembered tradition of scripture — a counterpart to shruti ('that which is heard'); it also means 'memory; remembrance.' Noted with respect.
U.S. rank (2021)#15011 ↗ Rising
2021 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2010
Total births (all-time)≈ 220

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201019962021

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

Smriti comes from the Sanskrit for 'that which is remembered,' naming the remembered tradition of Hindu scripture and meaning 'memory.' A meaning-rich name, noted with respect, rare in the U.S. (said 'SMRIH-tee').

It appears only rarely in the U.S., familiar in Indian families. Rare, thoughtful, and warm.

Did you know? Smriti is Sanskrit for 'that which is remembered' — in Hinduism, the remembered tradition of scripture and a counterpart to shruti — and also means 'memory,' noted with respect (said 'SMRIH-tee').
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Smriti — Sanskrit 'that which is remembered'; the remembered tradition

Variations

SmrutiSmriteeSmrithi

Nicknames

SmriRiti

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Smriti mean?

Smriti is Sanskrit for 'that which is remembered' — the remembered tradition of Hindu scripture, and also 'memory.'

How do you pronounce Smriti?

It's said SMRIH-tee /ˈsmrɪ.ti/ — 2 syllables, stress on the first.

Is Smriti a boy or girl name?

Smriti is a girl's name.

How popular is Smriti?

Smriti is a rare name in the U.S.

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