Eshani
Eshani is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Consort of Shiva; goddess Parvati”.
| Meaning | Consort of Shiva; goddess Parvati |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | ईशानी |
| Pronunciation | ee-SHAH-nee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal, United States |
Meaning and origin of Eshani
Eshani is a spelling of Ishani, the feminine form of Ishana, a name of Shiva. As 'the consort of Ishana' it refers to Parvati or Durga, and so is often explained as 'goddess' or 'close to God'. It shares its root īś, 'to rule', with Ishvara and Isha. It is popular in India and among the Indian diaspora as a gentle, melodic name.
Is Eshani a Hindu name?
Eshani is a Hindu name for the goddess Parvati, consort of Shiva, and is chosen by families who want a name linked to the Divine Mother.
How popular is Eshani?
Moderately used among Hindu families in India and abroad.
Gifts with the name Eshani
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Spellings and variants of Eshani
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Eshani mean?
Eshani means 'Consort of Shiva; goddess Parvati'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Eshani a Hindu name?
Eshani is a Hindu name for the goddess Parvati, consort of Shiva, and is chosen by families who want a name linked to the Divine Mother.
How do you pronounce Eshani?
Eshani is pronounced ee-SHAH-nee.
Is Eshani a boy or girl name?
Eshani is usually a girl name.