Sumedha
Sumedha is a Buddhist unisex name of Sanskrit and Pali origin, meaning “Wise, intelligent”.
| Meaning | Wise, intelligent |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Sanskrit and Pali |
| Written as | सुमेधा |
| Pronunciation | soo-MAY-dhah |
| Tradition | Buddhist, Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Myanmar |
Meaning and origin of Sumedha
Sumedha joins su, 'good', with medha, 'intelligence, wisdom'. In Buddhist tradition Sumedha is the ascetic who, many ages ago, met the Buddha Dipankara and vowed to become a Buddha himself; Theravada texts identify him as the earlier life of Gautama Buddha. In Pali the name is also borne by a celebrated nun, Sumedha, whose verses are preserved in the Therigatha. In India today Sumedha is more often a girl's name.
Is Sumedha a Buddhist name?
For Buddhists, Sumedha is the bodhisattva whose vow at the feet of Dipankara began the path to Gautama's Buddhahood. Hindu families use it as a name of wisdom, with medha linked to Saraswati.
How popular is Sumedha?
Used for girls in India and for boys and monks in Theravada countries.
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Spellings and variants of Sumedha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sumedha mean?
Sumedha means 'Wise, intelligent'. It is of Sanskrit and Pali origin.
Is Sumedha a Buddhist name?
For Buddhists, Sumedha is the bodhisattva whose vow at the feet of Dipankara began the path to Gautama's Buddhahood. Hindu families use it as a name of wisdom, with medha linked to Saraswati.
How do you pronounce Sumedha?
Sumedha is pronounced soo-MAY-dhah.
Is Sumedha a boy or girl name?
Sumedha is used for both boys and girls.