Varsha
Meaningrain · Sanskrit
Varsha is an Indian girl name meaning “rain”, 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.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Varsha would score 12 points, thanks largely to the V (worth 4).
- GenerationVarsha peaked in 2003, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Varsha you'd meet today is about 22 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Varsha would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 270,270 baby girls got the name in 2025.
- HistoryVarsha first shows up in US birth records in 1968, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 57 years since.
US births per million girls, 1968–2025
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About the name Varsha
Varsha is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “rain”. 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 2000s, 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
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Questions about the name Varsha
What does the name Varsha mean?
Varsha means “rain” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Rain (“rain”), Lluvia (“rain”), Dima (“gentle rain”) and Baran (“rain”).
What is the origin of the name Varsha?
Varsha 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 Varsha a boy or girl name?
Varsha is a girl name. In 2025, 6 US girls were named Varsha.
How popular is the name Varsha?
Varsha ranked #13,208 for US girls in 2025, given to 6 babies. Its best year was 2003, when it reached #3,043. Over the last five years it has slipped 5,239 places.
What names are similar to Varsha?
If you like Varsha, you might also like Rain, Lluvia, Dima and Baran.
What should I know before naming my baby Varsha?
Varsha is an Indian girl name meaning “rain”, 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.