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Shankar Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "shankar" is "shankar is a sanskrit name meaning 'auspicious one' or 'beneficent'", and is used often for "this name is commonly used for boys".

Name
shankar
Meaning
shankar is a sanskrit name meaning 'auspicious one' or 'beneficent'
Pronunciation
shan-kar
Used for
this name is commonly used for boys
Syllables
2

Shankar Name Details

Shankar is a name of Lord Shiva, one of the most revered deities in Hindu mythology. Lord Shiva is considered the destroyer of evil and a symbol of transformation and creation. Shankar is a popular given name in India and among the Hindu community worldwide.

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Avanish (ah-vah-neesh)
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Avahul (AH-vuh-hool)
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Odati (oh-dah-tee)
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Yamni (YAHM-nee)
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Magdalene (MAG-duh-leen)
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Ramani (ruh-MAH-nee)
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Sarvakama (sahr-vuh-kah-muh)
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Rafidah (rah-FEE-dah)
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Dakshesha (Daksh-e-sha)
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Ekesvara (eh-KESS-vah-rah)
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Pranhita (pruh-nhee-tuh)
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Dayarama (day-uh-RAH-muh)