Shiva - Name Meaning and Origin

The boy's name Shiva \sh(i)-va\ is of Hindi and Sanskrit origin, and its meaning is "lucky". Name of the Hindu god Shiva. The cult of Shiva is widespread throughout India, and he is given prominence in many legends and folk tales.

Baby names that sound like Shiva are Chevy and Shaw. Other similar baby names are Shaka, Shivaun, Shea, Shilo, Shoda, Shoval and Shura.

Shiva is a very rare male first name and a very rare surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Shiva. Click here to compare Shiva with related baby names.