Shiva Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Shiva Name at a Glance

Name	Shiva
Meaning	God of the moon.
Origin	Indian
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Shiva Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Shiva means “God of the moon”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Shiva Name Origin

Our database records Shiva under Indian origin. Browse more Indian baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Shiva a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Shiva is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Shiva

When considering Shiva for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.