Unisex Name
Shiva
"Auspicious or beneficial. Hindu deity representing the destructive and regenerative forces of the universe."
Ranked #5604 for baby names
About the Name Shiva
Meaning
Auspicious or beneficial. Hindu deity representing the destructive and regenerative forces of the universe.
Origin
SanskritGender
Unisex
First Letter
SBoy Rank
#5604
Girl Rank
#13230
Shiva is a unisex name of Sanskrit origin. The name means "Auspicious or beneficial. Hindu deity representing the destructive and regenerative forces of the universe." and Currently ranked #5604 in popularity in the United States. It is commonly used for both boys and girls. Browse more names starting with S or explore other Sanskrit names.
Popularity Over Time
-- 1950
#5 1960
#24 1970
#102 1980
#187 1990
#211 2000
#156 2010
#117 2020
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.