Shweta
Meaningwhite · Sanskrit
Shweta is an Indian girl name meaning “white”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
Did you know?
- Word funShweta doesn't repeat a single letter: 6 letters, all different.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Shweta would score 12 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
- GenerationShweta peaked in 1997, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Shweta you'd meet today is about 28 years old.
- HistoryShweta first shows up in US birth records in 1982, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 43 years since.
US births per million girls, 1982–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Shweta
Shweta is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “white”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It hit its peak in the 1990s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
More Indian girl names
- Girl name: Maya · illusion
- Girl name: Lyla · night
- Unisex name: Arya · noble
- Girl name: Kali · black
- Girl name: Serena · calm, serene
- Girl name: Mira · wonderful
- Girl name: Amber · amber resin
- Unisex name: Veda · knowledge
Questions about the name Shweta
What does the name Shweta mean?
Shweta means “white” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Gwendolyn (“white ring”), Fiona (“white, fair”), Bianca (“white”) and Finnegan (“fair, white”).
What is the origin of the name Shweta?
Shweta is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Maya (“illusion”), Lyla (“night”), Arya (“noble”) and Kali (“black”).
Is Shweta a boy or girl name?
Shweta is a girl name.
How popular is the name Shweta?
Shweta is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2013. It peaked at #6,163 in 1997, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Shweta?
If you like Shweta, you might also like Gwendolyn, Fiona, Bianca and Finnegan.
What should I know before naming my baby Shweta?
Shweta is an Indian girl name meaning “white”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.