Veda
Veda: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈveɪdə/ · /ˈveɪðə/
Meaning and origin of Veda
- A female given name.
Etymology
Borrowed from Sanskrit वेद॑ (véda, “knowledge”).
How popular is Veda?
Since 1880, 14,071 girls and 5 boys in the U.S. have been named Veda (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #415 in 1899. Its highest rank for boys was #14002 in 2019. In 2025 it ranked #739 for girls, with 370 babies given the name.
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Veda FAQ
What does the name Veda mean?
A female given name. Borrowed from Sanskrit वेद॑ (véda, “knowledge”).
What is the origin of the name Veda?
Veda is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Veda?
Since 1880, 14,071 girls and 5 boys in the U.S. have been named Veda (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #415 in 1899. Its highest rank for boys was #14002 in 2019. In 2025 it ranked #739 for girls, with 370 babies given the name.
Is Veda a boy or girl name?
Veda is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 14,071 girls and 5 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.