Shiva
Shiva is a Muslim girl name meaning “Eloquent, charming, graceful”.
| Meaning | Eloquent, charming, graceful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian |
| Arabic spelling | شیوا |
| Pronunciation | shee-VAA |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Shiva
In Persian, shīvā means 'eloquent, fluent' and also 'charming, graceful', and it is a popular girl's name in Iran with the stress on the last syllable. It is a completely different word from the name of the Hindu god Shiva, which comes from Sanskrit. Outside Iran, many people will assume the Hindu association.
Is Shiva a Muslim name?
Yes, in Iran. Shiva is a Persian girl's name meaning eloquent or charming, used by Muslim families there. Elsewhere it is widely recognised as the name of a Hindu deity, so families outside Iran sometimes prefer Shirin or Shifa.
Where is the name Shiva used?
Used mainly in Iran.
Gifts with the name Shiva
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Spellings and variants of Shiva
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shiva mean?
Shiva means 'Eloquent, charming, graceful'. It comes from Persian.
Is Shiva a Muslim name?
Yes, in Iran. Shiva is a Persian girl's name meaning eloquent or charming, used by Muslim families there. Elsewhere it is widely recognised as the name of a Hindu deity, so families outside Iran sometimes prefer Shirin or Shifa.
How do you write Shiva in Arabic?
Shiva is written شیوا in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Shiva?
Shiva is pronounced shee-VAA.