What origin is the name Sandalwood?

Sandalwood comes from Indian naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good brother names for Sandalwood?

Names from the same indian tradition pair naturally with Sandalwood — for example Jay, Arjun, Aarav. You can browse more on our indian names page.

What is the rashi of the name Sandalwood?

Sandalwood starts with the syllable “Sa” (सा), which traditionally belongs to Shatabhisha nakshatra, pada 2, in Kumbh rashi (Aquarius). This is based on the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable.

Sandalwood

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Sandalwood

Sandalwood

Unisex

Indian

3 syllables

Sandalwood is an Indian unisex name meaning "A fragrant aromatic wood".

Sandalwood is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "A fragrant aromatic wood". At 10 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 3 syllables.

Origin: Indian
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 3

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

A fragrant aromatic wood

Popularity

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Quick answers about Sandalwood

What does Sandalwood mean?

Sandalwood is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "A fragrant aromatic wood".

How popular is Sandalwood?

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Brother names that go with Sandalwood

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

How to say Sandalwood

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Name numerology

5is the Chaldean number for Sandalwood.

Number 5 is linked with curiosity, freedom and adventure.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

Starting syllable: Sa (सा)
Rashi: Kumbh (Aquarius)
Nakshatra: Shatabhisha, pada 2
Name number: 5

By tradition, names starting with “Sa” suit babies born in Shatabhisha nakshatra (pada 2), which falls in Kumbh rashi. This is read from the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable. The name number uses Chaldean numerology.