Sivakami
Sivakami is a Hindu girl name of Tamil, from Sanskrit origin, meaning “Beloved of Shiva; Parvati”.
| Meaning | Beloved of Shiva; Parvati |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Tamil, from Sanskrit |
| Written as | சிவகாமி |
| Pronunciation | SHI-va-kah-mee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia |
Meaning and origin of Sivakami
Sivakami joins Shiva with kami, 'one who desires' or 'loves', so it means 'she who loves Shiva', a name of Parvati. At the Nataraja temple in Chidambaram the goddess is worshipped as Sivakami Amman beside the dancing Shiva. The name is well loved in Tamil Nadu and was made memorable by Kalki's historical novel Sivagamiyin Sabatham. It is sometimes spelled Sivagami, following Tamil pronunciation.
Is Sivakami a Hindu name?
Sivakami is a Hindu name of the goddess Parvati, especially in Tamil Shaiva tradition centred on Chidambaram.
How popular is Sivakami?
Used among Tamil Hindus, mostly in older generations.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sivakami mean?
Sivakami means 'Beloved of Shiva; Parvati'. It is of Tamil, from Sanskrit origin.
Is Sivakami a Hindu name?
Sivakami is a Hindu name of the goddess Parvati, especially in Tamil Shaiva tradition centred on Chidambaram.
How do you pronounce Sivakami?
Sivakami is pronounced SHI-va-kah-mee.
Is Sivakami a boy or girl name?
Sivakami is usually a girl name.