"cloud"
Origin: Sanskrit
Language: Hindi
Megha
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A Sanskrit name capturing the poetry of rain clouds
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Meaning & Origin
"rain cloud"
Origin: Sanskrit
Language: Sanskrit
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The Story of Megha
Megha comes from the Sanskrit word megha (मेघ), meaning cloud. In the rich poetic tradition of Sanskrit literature, clouds are not mere weather phenomena — they are messengers of longing, symbols of abundance, and harbingers of the life-giving monsoon. The great poet Kalidasa wrote his masterwork Meghaduta (The Cloud Messenger) around the 5th century CE, cementing the cloud as one of Sanskrit's most beloved poetic images.
Megha is a consistently popular name across India, particularly in northern and eastern India, and in Nepal and Bangladesh. It has remained steady for decades, appealing to parents who want a name rooted in classical Sanskrit without being overly common. It travels well in Western contexts due to its similarity to the familiar Megan.
In Hindu cosmology, clouds (megha) represent the generosity of the gods — specifically, rain clouds announce Indra, the king of the gods, and the monsoon that brings life to the subcontinent. In classical Indian poetry, megha symbolizes romance, separation, and longing. The Megha Raga is a musical scale associated with the monsoon season.
Historical Record
Megha first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 1,179 babies have been named Megha in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Megha is past its peak , currently ranked #6,677 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Kalidasa's Meghaduta, one of Sanskrit literature's greatest poems, tells of a cloud carrying a message between separated lovers
- In Hindu tradition, the appearance of dark clouds is celebrated as the arrival of the monsoon, the source of all agricultural life
- Megha Raga is a classical Indian musical mode played to invite rain
Megha in Other Languages
Hindi
मेघा
Tamil
மேகா
Nepali
मेघा
Bengali
মেঘা
Sanskrit
मेघ
Popularity Over Time
#6,677
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 2001
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Megha Thakur
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Meghaduta's Cloud Fictional
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The unnamed cloud-messenger in Kalidasa's 5th-century Sanskrit poem Meghaduta, sent by an exiled yaksha to carry his lov...
The unnamed cloud-messenger in Kalidasa's 5th-century Sanskrit poem Meghaduta, sent by an exiled yaksha to carry his love message across India — one of literature's most romantic figures
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #6,677
- Total SSA Count
- 18
- Cultural Origins
- Indian Hindu Nepali Bengali South Asian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Meg
Meghu
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Frequently Asked Questions About Megha
What does the name Megha mean?
"cloud" (from Sanskrit). "rain cloud" (from Sanskrit). Megha comes from the Sanskrit word megha (मेघ), meaning cloud. In the rich poetic tradition of Sanskrit literature, clouds are not mere weather phenomena — they are messengers of longing, symbols of abundance, and harbingers of the life-giving monsoon. The great poet Kalidasa wrote his masterwork Meghaduta (The Cloud Messenger) around the 5th century CE, cementing the cloud as one of Sanskrit's most beloved poetic images.
What is the origin of the name Megha?
Megha has Sanskrit, Indian, Hindu, Nepali, Bengali, and South Asian origins. In Sanskrit, it means "cloud". In Sanskrit, it means "rain cloud".
Is Megha a boy or girl name?
Megha is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Megha?
Megha is currently ranked #6677 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Megha?
Common nicknames for Megha include Meg and Meghu.
What are good middle names for Megha?
Popular middle name pairings include Megha Priya, Megha Devi, Megha Lakshmi, Megha Ananya, Megha Asha, Megha Kavya, and Megha Shreya.
What are good sibling names for Megha?
Names that pair well with Megha as siblings include Priya, Nisha, Asha, Rishi, Arjun, Kiran, and Divya.
How many syllables does Megha have?
Megha has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Megha a common or rare name?
Megha is an uncommon name, ranked #6677 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Megha
Megha is a girl name with Indian, Hindu, Nepali, Bengali, and South Asian origins . The name means "cloud" in Sanskrit .
Megha is currently ranked #6,677 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Megha has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Megha include Meg and Meghu. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Megha include Meghan, Meghaan . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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