Shiva

Hindu
"benign and auspicious"

Shiva Origin and Meaning

The name Shiva is a boy's name meaning "benign and auspicious".

Shiva is one of the principle deities of Hinduism. Shiva is the powerful god of both destruction and resurrection but is also associated as the patron god of yoga, meditation and arts. Shiva's wife is Parvati, the mother goddess of creation.

Famous People Named Shiva

  • Shiva Rajkumarstage name of Nagaraju Shiva Putta Swamy, Indian actor and singer
  • ShivaIndian actor
  • Shivaji BhonsleIndian warrior king

Shiva in Pop Culture

  • ShivaHindu destroyer god
  • ShivaJewish mourning ritual