Neha
Neha is a girls' name of Hindi origin meaning “love, affection, rain.”
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how do you pronounce Neha?
NEH-hah
where does the name Neha come from?
A Hindi and Sanskrit feminine name meaning love or affection, and also rain; it is sometimes translated as beautiful eyes.
Neha means love and affection, also carrying the poetic association with rain — in Indian culture, rain is romantic and life-giving, celebrated in poetry, film, and music. The name's soft sound and beautiful meaning made it one of the most popular Indian girls' names of the 1990s and 2000s.
the history of Neha
Neha is a popular name in the Hindu community.
who are famous people named Neha?
- Neha Kakkar (India's most-streamed female singer)
- Neha Dhupia (Indian actress and television host)
how popular is this name?
Neha has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 1 year since 2000. It peaked at #966 in 2000.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2000 | #966 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Neha fell outside the top 1,000.
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what names go well with Neha?
Sibling names that share Neha's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Neha
What does the name Neha mean?
Neha means “love, affection, rain”.
What is the origin of the name Neha?
Neha comes from the Hindi naming tradition.
How popular is the name Neha?
Neha ranked #966 in the US in 2000, according to Social Security data.
Is Neha a boy or girl name?
Neha is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Neha?
Neha is pronounced NEH-hah, with 2 syllables.
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