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Veda is a feminine name used in Telugu and Kannada. Behind the Name describes it this way: "Means ‘knowledge’ in Sanskrit." It ranked #739 for girls in the United States in 2025.
Meaning and etymology
According to Behind the Name, means ‘knowledge’ in Sanskrit. The entry lists its usage as Telugu, Kannada.
Editorial confidence: established
Popularity
Veda ranked #739 for girls in the United States in 2025. The figure comes from the Social Security Administration's national file for that year.
| Region | Year | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | #739 | ssa-2025 |
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Veda mean?
Veda means "knowledge", according to Behind the Name.
Is Veda a popular name?
Veda ranked #739 for girls in the United States in 2025. (Social Security Administration data).
Is Veda a boy's or a girl's name?
In the 2025 SSA data Veda appears in the girls' list; Behind the Name labels it feminine.
Sources
- Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Veda — supports meaning, usage, pronunciation, variants.
- U.S. Social Security Administration: Popular Baby Names — national data, year of birth 2025 — supports popularity.
