Shivakumar
Shivakumar is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Son of Shiva”.
| Meaning | Son of Shiva |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | शिवकुमार |
| Pronunciation | shiv-koo-MAAR |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia |
Meaning and origin of Shivakumar
Shivakumar joins Shiva with kumara, 'son, boy, prince'. The 'son of Shiva' is usually understood as Kartikeya, also called Kumara, Skanda and Murugan, though Ganesha is Shiva's son too. The name is especially common in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh. Well-known bearers include santoor maestro Pandit Shivkumar Sharma. In Tamil and Malayalam it is usually written Sivakumar, and it is often shortened to Shiva or Kumar in daily life.
Is Shivakumar a Hindu name?
The name honours both Shiva and his warrior son Kartikeya, who is widely worshipped in South India as Murugan. It is a common Shaiva family name choice.
How popular is Shivakumar?
Very common across India, with Sivakumar the usual Tamil spelling.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shivakumar mean?
Shivakumar means 'Son of Shiva'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Shivakumar a Hindu name?
The name honours both Shiva and his warrior son Kartikeya, who is widely worshipped in South India as Murugan. It is a common Shaiva family name choice.
How do you pronounce Shivakumar?
Shivakumar is pronounced shiv-koo-MAAR.
Is Shivakumar a boy or girl name?
Shivakumar is usually a boy name.