Siva

Q: What is the origin of Siva?

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

Q: Is Siva a boy name?

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

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Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Auspicious One"

Siva is a Sanskrit name of a major Hindu deity, associated with auspiciousness, and widely used in South Asian and diaspora communities.

Themes:hindudeitysanskritmasculine

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Popularity History of Siva

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#9712Ranked nationally

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

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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

Siva Nicknames

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

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sivay

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sivy

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sie

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sivaie

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Baby Name Lists That Include Siva

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Siva mean?

Siva means "Auspicious One". Siva is a Sanskrit name of a major Hindu deity, associated with auspiciousness, and widely used in South Asian and diasp

What is the origin of Siva?

Siva 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 Siva?

According to the latest SSA data, Siva is currently ranked #9712 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 Siva a boy name?

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

What are good nicknames for Siva?

Popular nicknames for Siva include siva, sy, so, si, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Siva?

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

Quick Facts

OriginSanskrit, Indian

Syllables2

Length4 letters

US Rank#9712

Trend→ Stable

Starts withS

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Aditya Amar Ajay Arnav Anish

Sisters

Ayana Asha Amiya Anjali Anisha

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