Shashi
Shashi is a Hindu unisex name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Moon”.
| Meaning | Moon |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | शशि |
| Pronunciation | SHUH-shee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Shashi
Shashi comes from shasha, 'hare', because Indian tradition sees a hare on the face of the moon; shashin, 'marked with the hare', became a name for the moon. It appears in compounds such as Shashikala and Shashank. The name is used for both boys and girls, with famous male bearers including Shashi Kapoor and Shashi Tharoor. It is also a common female name in South India and Nepal.
Is Shashi a Hindu name?
A Hindu name of the moon god Chandra, and part of Shiva's epithet Shashidhar, 'bearer of the moon'.
How popular is Shashi?
Common across India for both sexes, especially among older generations.
Gifts with the name Shashi
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Spellings and variants of Shashi
Names similar to Shashi
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shashi mean?
Shashi means 'Moon'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Shashi a Hindu name?
A Hindu name of the moon god Chandra, and part of Shiva's epithet Shashidhar, 'bearer of the moon'.
How do you pronounce Shashi?
Shashi is pronounced SHUH-shee.
Is Shashi a boy or girl name?
Shashi is used for both boys and girls.