Boy Name Indian · Sanskrit

Shivam

Pronunciation /SHIV-am/

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“auspicious”

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Shivam's Numerology

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9
The Humanitarian
Keyword: Humanity
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GenderBoy
OriginSanskrit
Starting soundSh
Numerology9 · The Humanitarian
Name-based RashiKanya (Virgo)
Traditional gemstoneEmerald
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S → Kanya (Virgo)
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Lucky gemstone: Emerald
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Meaning of Shivam

Shivam is a boy name of Sanskrit origin, popular among Indian families. It means “Auspicious, Lord Shiva”.

Shivam's Style

Sanskrit Indian Timeless Medium Boy

Shivam at a Glance

Popularity
89/100
Modern Style
50/100
Uniqueness
11/100
Pronunciation
88/100

Shivam is a very popular, easy to pronounce, widely familiar name with a balanced character.

Shivam Popularity Graph

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#42#53#642015201920232026
Status
Popular
Direction
↑ Rising
Est. Position
~#42

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Shivam Name Profile

Meaningauspicious
OriginIndian · Sanskrit
GenderBoy Name
First LetterS
Letters6
Syllables2
Baby Name Generator Popularity Score89/100

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