Shakti
Shakti is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Power, strength, divine energy”.
| Meaning | Power, strength, divine energy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | शक्ति |
| Pronunciation | SHUK-tee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal, Sri Lanka |
Meaning and origin of Shakti
Shakti is the Sanskrit noun for power, ability and energy, from the root shak, 'to be able'. In Hindu thought the word grew into a central idea: the dynamic, creative energy of the divine, pictured as feminine. Shakti is also used as a name of the Great Goddess herself, in forms such as Durga, Kali and Parvati, and the Shakta tradition takes her as the supreme reality. As a personal name it is used for girls and, in some regions, for boys too.
Is Shakti a Hindu name?
In Hinduism, Shakti is both a concept and a goddess: the active energy without which Shiva is said to be inert. Shaktism, one of the major Hindu traditions, centres its worship on her.
How popular is Shakti?
Used across India and in South Asian communities abroad; the spelling Sakthi is common in Tamil Nadu.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shakti mean?
Shakti means 'Power, strength, divine energy'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Shakti a Hindu name?
In Hinduism, Shakti is both a concept and a goddess: the active energy without which Shiva is said to be inert. Shaktism, one of the major Hindu traditions, centres its worship on her.
How do you pronounce Shakti?
Shakti is pronounced SHUK-tee.
Is Shakti a boy or girl name?
Shakti is usually a girl name.