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Vedika
Pronounced VEH-dih-kah /ΛvΙ.dΙͺ.kΙ/High
Meaning: From Sanskrit vedika, 'altar, sacred platform' β also read as 'of the Vedas, full of knowledge'Medium
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Vedika comes from Sanskrit vedika, 'altar, sacred enclosure or platform' β the consecrated stage of ritual β and is popularly read 'of the Vedas, possessing knowledge'. A graceful modern Indian girls' name with classical bones.
In the U.S. it appears in Indian families. Rare, altar-and-wisdom at the root, and serene.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Vedika mean?
Vedika is Sanskrit for 'altar, sacred platform', also read 'of the Vedas, full of knowledge'.
How do you pronounce Vedika?
It's said VEH-dih-kah /ΛvΙ.dΙͺ.kΙ/ β three syllables, stress on the first.
Is Vedika a boy or girl name?
Vedika is a girl's name.
How popular is Vedika?
Vedika is a rare name in the U.S. and rising in India.