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Shankar
“giver of bliss, shiva”
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- 54 of 100Popular
About the name Shankar
Shankar is a masculine first name meaning “giver of bliss, shiva”, with roots in Sanskrit. The name has 2 syllables. It is fairly common.
Frequently asked about Shankar
- What does the name Shankar mean?
- The first name Shankar means “giver of bliss, shiva”.
- Where does the name Shankar come from?
- Shankar has its roots in Sanskrit.
- Is Shankar a girls' or boys' name?
- Shankar is a masculine first name (a boys' name).
- How popular is Shankar?
- Shankar is a fairly common first name.
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