Ved
Meaning of Ved
Ved is a male name of Sanskrit origin, pronounced as "ved" (/veɪd/). It is also sometimes spelled as Veda. In Sanskrit, Ved means "knowledge" or "sacred knowledge." The name has a deep spiritual and philosophical significance in Hinduism, as it refers to the ancient Hindu scriptures known as the Vedas. These texts are considered the oldest sacred writings in the world and contain hymns, rituals, and philosophical teachings. Despite its rich cultural associations, the popularity of the name Ved has been relatively moderate in recent years in the United States. However, it has seen a steady increase in usage since 1999, with over 100 newborn boys being given this name each year.
Pronunciation
Sanskrit
- Pronunced as ved (/veɪd/)
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Notable People Named Ved
| Ved Prakash Upadhyay is an Indian scholar, author, professor, and social activist known for his work on Sanskrit literature and Hinduism, particularly his book "Kalki Avatar and Muhammad." |
| Ved Parkash Mehta was an Indian-born writer who overcame blindness to become best known for his autobiography and his contributions to The New Yorker. |
| Ved Prakash Marwah was an Indian police officer who later served as governor of Manipur, Mizoram, and Jharkhand. |
| Ved Rahi is a renowned Indian author and director known for his work in the Dogri language, as well as for directing the popular mythological serial Meerabai and the Hindi film Veer Savarkar. |
| Ved Kumari Ghai was a renowned Indian Sanskrit scholar and head of the Sanskrit department at Jammu University. |
| Ved Prakash Nanda was an Indian-American academic and recipient of the Padma Bhushan award for literature and education. |
| Ved Prakash Gupta is an Indian politician and member of the Bharatiya Janata Party, currently serving in the 18th Uttar Pradesh Assembly representing the Ayodhya Assembly constituency. |
