"The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction."
Christian Name · Sanskrit/Latin Origin
Veda Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Veda
girl
Veda means "Knowledge; Wisdom; Truth", a girl's name of Sanskrit/Latin origin. The name Veda does not appear in the King James Bible; it is chosen by Christian families for its meaning rather than for a person in Scripture. Veda is sacred knowledge — beginning with the fear of the LORD, deepening through mercy, and culminating in knowing God Himself.
Is Veda in the Bible?
No — the name Veda does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Knowledge; Wisdom; Truth", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Veda.
Pronunciation:/VAY-duh/
OriginSanskrit/Latin
MeaningKnowledge; Wisdom; Truth
What does Veda mean?
Veda is a girl name of Sanskrit/Latin origin meaning "Knowledge; Wisdom; Truth". Veda means 'knowledge' — and in Scripture, the knowledge of God is the highest pursuit. 'The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge.' Veda speaks of the sacred wisdom that begins with reverence and deepens through devotion.
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What does Veda mean in the Bible?
Veda means "Knowledge; Wisdom; Truth" and is a name of Sanskrit/Latin origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Veda means 'knowledge' — and in Scripture, the knowledge of God is the highest pursuit. 'The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge.' Veda speaks of the sacred wisdom that begins with reverence and deepens through devotion.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Veda?
Veda is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Knowledge; Wisdom; Truth" — not because Scripture names anyone Veda.
"For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings."
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Which books of the Bible mention Veda?
Veda is mentioned across 2 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Veda?
Veda is sacred knowledge — beginning with the fear of the LORD, deepening through mercy, and culminating in knowing God Himself.
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Wisdom (Sophia) (σοφία (sophia))
Divine insight and skill for living — the ability to apply knowledge rightly in every situation.
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Veda name meaning: frequently asked questions
No — the name Veda does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Knowledge; Wisdom; Truth", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Veda.
Veda means "Knowledge; Wisdom; Truth." It is a Sanskrit/Latin name. Scripture never uses it as a name, but the idea behind it — "Knowledge; Wisdom; Truth" — runs right through the Bible.
Sanskrit/Latin. Veda comes into English from Sanskrit/Latin and carries the sense "Knowledge; Wisdom; Truth." Its Christian use comes from that meaning and centuries of use in the church, not from a person named in Scripture.
Common questions about the name Veda
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Veda?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Veda?
You can read every verse where Veda appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.