👦 Boy · Hindu
Shankar
/SHUN-kar/ · 2 syllables
Shankar means 'beneficent' or 'giver of happiness', another name for Lord Shiva, symbolizing strength and transformation. It conveys a powerful, yet compassionate personality.
शंकर का अर्थ है दाता या सुखदायक, और यह भगवान शिव का एक नाम है।
At a Glance
OriginSanskrit
Numerology5
Lucky Number5
Lucky Colorred
Lucky Stoneruby
ElementFire
NakshatraMrigashira
RashiTaurus
🔢 Numerology — Number 5
leadership, courage, adaptability
✨ Personality
Shankar exudes confidence and a natural leadership quality. He is resilient, often taking charge in challenging situations while maintaining a compassionate outlook.
🌟 Famous People Named Shankar
Shankar Mahadevan (musician)Shankar Dayal Sharma (politician)Shankar Nag (actor)
💬 Nickname Options
ShankKaru
🔍 Names Similar to Shankar
ShankaraShankaranShankeshShankitShankul
👨👩👧👦 Sibling Name Ideas
👦 Boy:
VikramRohitAnil
👧 Girl:
PriyaAnanyaSonia
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What does Shankar mean?▾
Shankar means 'beneficent' or 'giver of happiness', a name of Lord Shiva.
Is Shankar a boy or girl name?▾
Shankar is traditionally a boy name.
What is the origin of Shankar?▾
The name Shankar originates from Sanskrit.
What is the numerology of Shankar?▾
Shankar has a numerology number of 5, representing leadership and adaptability.
Famous people named Shankar?▾
Shankar Mahadevan (musician), Shankar Dayal Sharma (politician), Shankar Nag (actor).
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