Baby boy names inspired by Lord Shiva: from the 1008 names of Shiva (Shiva Sahasranama), the Shiva Purana and Vedic texts, with Sanskrit meanings.
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Vaamdev
👦 boy
Shiva; peaceful and meditative
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Siva
👦 boy
Auspicious, benevolent
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Tungar
👦 boy
Mountain of Shiva
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Jogindra
👦 boy
King of yogis, spiritual sovereign
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Bholenath
👦 boy
Innocent lord, Shiva
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Uresh
👦 boy
Shiva epithet, spiritual awakening
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Umaiyavan
👦 boy
Beloved of Uma, devoted soul
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Ashutosh
👦 boy
Swift to grant wishes
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Chandrashekar
👦 boy
Moon crowned, Shiva's epithet
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Shivanshi
👦 boy
Part of Shiva's essence
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Upesh
👦 boy
Lord, master, authority figure
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Thirumalaimathi
👦 boy
Name of Lord Shiva
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Tunganath
👦 boy
Mountain peak of Shiva
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Joginder
👦 boy
Lord of yogis, spiritual master
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Dhyanesh
👦 boy
Lord of meditation
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Bhagesh
👦 boy
Lord of fortune and prosperity
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Umaiappan
👦 boy
Uma's divine father
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Trishulin
👦 boy
Triumph of self over external world
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Viswanath
👦 boy
Lord of the cosmos
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Shivang
👦 boy
Part of Shiva, divine limb
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Shivangi
👦 boy
Part of Lord Shiva
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Shivam
👦 boy
Auspicious, belonging to Shiva
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Nandishen
👦 boy
Shiva's devotee, divine protector
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Eswarrao
👦 boy
Lord Shiva's power
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Jogesh
👦 boy
Lord of yoga, divine union
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Tatvik
👦 boy
Name of Lord Shiva
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Bhavanesh
👦 boy
Lord of existence, master
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Gaureesh
👦 boy
Lord Shiva, light and divinity
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Trishulank
👦 boy
Power of three aspects of universe
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Vishwesh
👦 boy
Master of the universe
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Omkareshwar
👦 boy
Lord Shiva, sacred pilgrimage
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Xhiva
👦 boy
Variant of Shiva, divine transformation
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Shivakanya
👦 boy
Daughter devoted to Shiva
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Dakshinmurti
👦 boy
Shiva as supreme teacher
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Dharmesh
👦 boy
Lord of righteousness and duty
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Nandivardhan
👦 boy
Prosperity increaser, Shiva's blessing
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Ishu
👦 boy
Divine essence, little lord
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Tryambak
👦 boy
Three-eyed Lord Shiva
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Tridhatri
👦 boy
Three-eyed one
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Timirbaran
👦 boy
Remover of darkness and ignorance
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Aghor
👦 boy
Fearless, non-terrible, formidable
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Trishul
👦 boy
Power of three aspects of universe
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Vishwanath
👦 boy
Lord of the universe
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Maheshwaran
👦 boy
Supreme lord Shiva
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Umashankar
👦 boy
Shiva, consort of Uma
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Kailasanandan
👦 boy
Son of sacred mountain Kailash
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Haresh
👦 boy
Lord of Shiva, divine master
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Trilokesh
👦 boy
Balance of opposites
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Shivakanta
👦 boy
Beloved of Lord Shiva
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Rudresh
👦 boy
Lord of fierce energies
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Eswar
👦 boy
Supreme lord, divine master
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Gaurisuta
👦 boy
Son of Goddess Gauri
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Hiresh
👦 boy
Lord of the senses
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Umaresh
👦 boy
Shiva, king of Uma
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Maheshwara
👦 boy
Great lord, supreme master
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Bhairavendra
👦 boy
Divine king, powerful ruler
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Trilokchand
👦 boy
Balance of opposites
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Ishaanth
👦 boy
Lord, ruler of directions
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Rudraveer
👦 boy
Fierce warrior of Shiva
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Jaishankar
👦 boy
Victory of Lord Shiva
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Bhalendra
👦 boy
Lord of strength and power
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Eshwardutt
👦 boy
Gift of the lord
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Gaurishankar
👦 boy
Lord Shiva and Goddess Gauri
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Dharesh
👦 boy
Lord of righteousness and dharma
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Kripesh
👦 boy
Compassionate lord, merciful
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Umapati
👦 boy
Lord Shiva, consort of Uma
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Shoolin
👦 boy
Bearer of the trident
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Girivar
👦 boy
Lord of the mountain
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Thiruvoli
👦 boy
A name of Lord Shiva
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Gaurav
👦 boy
Pride, honor, dignity
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Bhairava
👦 boy
Fierce, protector, powerful
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Trilokanath
👦 boy
Balance of opposites
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Trilochon
👦 boy
Three-eyed god, Shiva
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Rudrastra
👦 boy
Shiva's divine weapon
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Rudra
👦 boy
Fierce, powerful, storm deity
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Eshwaran
👦 boy
Supreme lord, divine master
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Ishant
👦 boy
Lord Shiva; northeast direction
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Harish
👦 boy
Lord of all, supreme lord
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Trinetra
👦 boy
Three-eyed one, Shiva
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Mangalmoorti
👦 boy
Auspicious form of Shiva
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Gaurish
👦 boy
Lord of Goddess Gauri
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Umaisha
👦 boy
Divine protection and maternal grace
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Nataraj
👦 boy
Shiva, the cosmic dancer king
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Tripurari
👦 boy
Triumph of self over external world
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ThirumalAlagu
👦 boy
Name of Lord Shiva
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Hara
👦 boy
Remover, destroyer of evil
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Rudraputra
👦 boy
Son of Lord Shiva
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Eshwar
👦 boy
Supreme lord, divine master
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Triambak
👦 boy
Three-eyed one
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Gaurinath
👦 boy
Lord of Goddess Gauri
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Ugresh
👦 boy
Fierce strength, intense power
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Umaanandan
👦 boy
Divine bliss of Uma
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Tripurajit
👦 boy
Triumph of self over external world
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Shivranjan
👦 boy
One who delights Shiva
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Atharv
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Knowledge, wisdom, sacred hymns
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Harshad
👦 boy
One who gives joy, delightful
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Himesh
👦 boy
Lord of snow, mountain lord
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Har
👦 boy
Remover of obstacles, destroyer
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Trilochan
👦 boy
Balance of opposites
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Gorakh
👦 boy
Mountain or peak
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About Lord Shiva Baby Boy Names
Lord Shiva, the destroyer of evil and the lord of meditation, inspires some of the most powerful Hindu baby boy names. These names come from the 1008 names of Shiva, the Shiva Purana and Vedic texts, and carry meanings of strength, calm and cosmic energy. Popular picks include Rudra, Shivansh, Ishaan, Shankar and Nilay.
Choosing a Shiva name is a way to bless your son with the qualities of Mahadev: fearlessness, wisdom and inner peace. Each name here lists its Sanskrit meaning, and many also show the Rashi, Nakshatra and Devanagari spelling to help you match it to your baby.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are popular Lord Shiva names for a baby boy?
Popular Shiva names include Rudra (fierce form of Shiva), Shivansh (part of Shiva), Ishaan (the sun, a name of Shiva), Shankar (giver of joy) and Nilkanth (the blue-throated one).
What do Shiva baby names mean?
Most carry meanings tied to power, protection and serenity, such as Aghor (fearless), Bhola (innocent) and Trilok (three worlds), reflecting the many forms of Lord Shiva.
Are Shiva names good for a newborn boy?
Yes. Shiva names are timeless, easy to pronounce and considered auspicious, blessing the child with strength, focus and calm.
Do these names come with meanings and Rashi?
Yes. Tap any name to see its meaning, origin, Rashi, Nakshatra, numerology and Devanagari script.