Swetha

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Name
Swetha
Gender
Girl name
Syllables
2

The first name Swetha is a variant of Shweta. Its meaning can be literally translated as "the White" and more broadly interpreted as "purer than milk."

What does the name Swetha mean?

Swetha is a derivation of the name Shweta and literally means "the White" as well as freely interpreted as "purer than milk." The origin of this name lies in Sanskrit, where the word śvetā (श्वेता) stands for "white." An alternative spelling is Sweta.

Where does the name Swetha come from?

The name Swetha has its roots in Sanskrit and means "the White." The term is derived from the Sanskrit word śvetā (श्वेता), which means "white." It belongs to the Indian first names.

How do you pronounce Swetha?

Swetha is pronounced somewhat like 'Sweta,' with a soft 'th' and emphasized 'e.'

Popularity

In Germany, Swetha is a rather rare name. In 2023, the name ranked 5,633 among the most common female first names. Its best ranking was in 2013, reaching 3,816. In the last ten years, Swetha has been given as a first name less than 10 times, leading to a position of 8,310 in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it stands at 8,112.

Frequently asked questions about the name Swetha

What is the meaning of the name Swetha?

Swetha is a derivation of the name Shweta and literally means 'the White' as well as in free interpretation 'purer than milk.'

Where does the name Swetha come from?

The name has its roots in Sanskrit, where the word 'śvetā' stands for 'white,' and belongs to the Indian first names.

How popular is the name Swetha?

Swetha is common as a female first name in India and enjoys a certain popularity, especially in regions with a strong cultural connection to Sanskrit.

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