Veda: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced VAY-duh · 2 syllables
Veda means “knowledge”, from Indian.
Borrowed from Sanskrit (veda, “knowledge”).
- Meaning
- knowledge
- Origin
- Indian
- Pronunciation
- VAY-duh
- US rank (2025)
- #738
- US babies a year
- about 541 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Vintage, Comeback, Rising
How popular is Veda?
Veda was the #738 name in the US in 2025, given to 370 babies. It’s rising: up 58% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #738 |
| Ireland | #434 |
| Canada | #371 |
| Australia | #432 |
How old are people named Veda?
Half of US adults named Veda are older than 61; most are between 19 and 85. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Veda
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
Questions about Veda
What does the name Veda mean?
Veda means “knowledge”. It comes from Indian.
How do you pronounce Veda?
Veda is pronounced VAY-duh.
How popular is the name Veda?
Veda was the #738 name in the US in 2025, given to 370 babies. It’s rising: up 58% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Veda?
Half of US adults named Veda are older than 61. Most are between 19 and 85.