Ved Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Ved originates from Sanskrit, meaning 'knowledge' or 'wisdom'. It has evolved from 'Veda', the term for ancient sacred texts in Hinduism. The name reflects intelligence and spirituality, with no direct biblical relevance. Its popularity has increased in contemporary times, particularly in India.
The name Ved is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ved has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Ved' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3246th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1584th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Ved' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ved"
Pronunciation
/vɛd/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Ved is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Veda' which means 'knowledge' or 'wisdom'. In Hindu tradition, the Vedas are the oldest sacred texts that contain spiritual knowledge.
Meaning
knowledge, wisdom
Language Evolution
Veda (Sanskrit), Ved (Modern Hindi)
Historical Usage
The name Ved has gained popularity in India and among Hindu communities around the world, particularly in the late 20th and early 21st centuries as a reflection of cultural heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Veda, Vedant, Vedanta
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ved is perceived positively and is associated with intelligence and spirituality due to its ties to ancient texts and knowledge.
Famous People
Ved Mehta, Vedanta Desika
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ved"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ved"
"Ved" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3246th of 24088 | 487 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1584th of 23106 | 1,279 |
Regional Popularity of "Ved" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
59.58% 2730th/4582 |
37.06% 1914th/5164 |
53.40% 3905th/7313 |
34.95% 2608th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
43.25% 1723rd/3984 |
24.76% 1111th/4487 |
26.05% 1777th/6822 |
18.23% 1144th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Ved" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ved"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ved" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.