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Vedha

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Pronounced VAY-dah /ˈveɪ.dɑ/Medium

Meaning: From Sanskrit veda, 'knowledge; sacred wisdom' (the Vedas, the ancient scriptures of Hinduism); used for both sexes; here for girls; we note the sacred senseLow

In 30 seconds: Knowledge; sacred wisdom: Vedha is Sanskrit for 'knowledge'. Lyrical, devout, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'VAY-dah').
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Origin MediumSanskrit
MeaningFrom Sanskrit veda, 'knowledge; sacred wisdom' (the Vedas, the ancient scriptures of Hinduism); used for both sexes; here for girls; we note the sacred sense
U.S. rank (2025)#4976 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births27 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 298

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202320032025

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

Vedha is a spelling of Veda — from Sanskrit veda, 'knowledge; sacred wisdom' (the Vedas, the oldest sacred scriptures of Hinduism; we note the sacred sense). A lyrical, devout Indian name, used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished; nickname Vedi).

In the U.S. it appears in South Asian families. Rare, knowledge-and-sacred-wisdom at the root, and devout.

Did you know? Veda means 'knowledge; sacred wisdom' in Sanskrit — the name of the Vedas, the ancient sacred scriptures of Hinduism — Vedha is a spelling, lyrical and devout, used for both sexes (here for girls; we note the sacred sense; said 'VAY-dah').
Overall data confidence 55%
Sanskrit references — veda — sacred sense noted

Variations

VedaVedikaVedhika

Nicknames

Vedi

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If you like Vedha…

Veda— the common spelling
Vedika— a kin Ved- girls' name
Aaradhya— a fellow devout Sanskrit girls' name
Saanvi— another modern Indian girls' name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Vedha mean?

Vedha is Sanskrit for 'knowledge; sacred wisdom' (the Vedas). We note the sacred sense.

How do you pronounce Vedha?

It's said VAY-dah /ˈveɪ.dɑ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Vedha a boy or girl name?

Vedha is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Vedha?

Vedha is a rare name in the U.S.

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