Find out how popular the first name Neha has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Neha by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Neha is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 29 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Neha.

The history of the first name Neha

The name Neha is derived from the Sanskrit language of ancient India. It is believed to have originated around the 5th century BCE. The name Neha is a combination of two Sanskrit words, "neh" meaning love or affection, and "a" meaning without end or eternal. Therefore, the name Neha can be interpreted as "eternal love" or "undying affection."

In Hindu mythology, the name Neha is associated with the goddess Parvati, the consort of Lord Shiva. Parvati is revered as the embodiment of love, devotion, and fertility. The name Neha is also mentioned in the ancient Hindu scriptures, the Upanishads, which are philosophical texts that explore the nature of the universe and the human soul.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Neha is in the 7th century CE, when a princess named Neha was married to a Rajput king in the region of present-day Rajasthan, India. Throughout history, the name Neha has been borne by several notable figures, including Neha Kakkar, an Indian singer and judge on the reality show Indian Idol, born in 1988.

Another famous Neha is Neha Dhupia, an Indian actress, model, and former beauty queen who won the Femina Miss India Universe title in 2002. Neha Dhupia was born in 1980 and has appeared in numerous Bollywood films and television shows.

In the field of literature, Neha Dureja is a contemporary Indian author and poet, known for her works exploring themes of love, relationships, and self-discovery. She was born in 1989 and has published several poetry collections and novels.

Neha Bhasin is an Indian singer and songwriter who gained popularity as a contestant on the reality show MTV Roadies in 2005. She was born in 1984 and has released several hit songs in various Indian languages.

Neha Tripathi is an Indian social activist and entrepreneur who founded an organization called "Dharavi Diary," which aims to empower women and children living in the Dharavi slum area of Mumbai. She was born in 1988 and has received numerous awards for her philanthropic efforts.

Data source

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