Sumedh
Sumedh is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit and Pali origin, meaning “Wise, intelligent”.
| Meaning | Wise, intelligent |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit and Pali |
| Written as | सुमेध |
| Pronunciation | soo-MAYDH |
| Tradition | Hindu, Buddhist |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka |
Meaning and origin of Sumedh
Sumedh comes from Sanskrit su 'good' and medha 'intelligence, wisdom', so it means 'wise' or 'of good understanding'. In Buddhist tradition Sumedha is the young ascetic who, many ages ago, met the Buddha Dipankara and vowed to become a Buddha himself; he is identified as a previous life of Gautama Buddha. In modern India Sumedh is used as a boy's name, carried for example by the actor Sumedh Mudgalkar.
Is Sumedh a Hindu name?
For Buddhists the name recalls Sumedha, the earlier life in which the future Buddha made his vow. For Hindu families it is simply a Sanskrit name praising intelligence.
How popular is Sumedh?
Used in India, especially in Maharashtra, and occasionally in Sri Lanka; fairly uncommon.
Gifts with the name Sumedh
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sumedh mean?
Sumedh means 'Wise, intelligent'. It is of Sanskrit and Pali origin.
Is Sumedh a Hindu name?
For Buddhists the name recalls Sumedha, the earlier life in which the future Buddha made his vow. For Hindu families it is simply a Sanskrit name praising intelligence.
How do you pronounce Sumedh?
Sumedh is pronounced soo-MAYDH.
Is Sumedh a boy or girl name?
Sumedh is usually a boy name.