Shilpa

Q: What is the origin of Shilpa?

Shilpa is of Sanskrit origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Shilpa?

According to the latest SSA data, Shilpa is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Shilpa a girl name?

Shilpa is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Artistic Craft"

Sanskrit-derived feminine name referring to art, craft, and skilled workmanship in classical and modern Indian usage.

Themes:indiccrafttradition

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Popularity History of Shilpa

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Unranked

Shilpa did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Shilpa Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Shilpa.

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shil

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ilpy

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shiy

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shie

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sho

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ilpa

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lpay

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ssie

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Baby Name Lists That Include Shilpa

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Shilpa mean?

Shilpa means "Artistic Craft". Sanskrit-derived feminine name referring to art, craft, and skilled workmanship in classical and modern Indian usage.

What is the origin of Shilpa?

Shilpa is of Sanskrit origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Shilpa?

According to the latest SSA data, Shilpa is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Shilpa a girl name?

Shilpa is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Shilpa?

Popular nicknames for Shilpa include shil, ilpy, shiy, shie, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Shilpa?

There are many names similar to Shilpa in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginSanskrit

Syllables2

Length6 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withS

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Aditya Amar Ajay Arnav Anish

Sisters

Ayana Asha Amiya Anjali Anisha

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