Shiva
/sheeːvuh/ English Female
Meaning & Origin
Shiva is a English name meaning "Auspicious; pure". The name Shiva primarily originates from Sanskrit, where it is a significant name for a major Hindu deity. The root word is 'śiva' (शिव), meaning auspicious, kind, gracious, or benign.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Female
Phonetic sheeːvuh
IPA ʃiːvə
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as sheeːvuh. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Shiva
- · Shiva Rose - Actress
- · Shiva Ayyadurai - Scientist (controversial
- · as the claim to inventing email is disputed)
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