What origin is the name Sekhar?

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

What are good brother names for Sekhar?

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

What is the rashi of the name Sekhar?

Sekhar starts with the syllable “Se” (से), which traditionally belongs to Purva Bhadrapada nakshatra, pada 1, in Kumbh rashi (Aquarius). This is based on the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable.

Sekhar

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Sekhar

Sekhar

Unisex

Indian

2 syllables

Sekhar is an Indian unisex name meaning "Lord Shiva or crown".

Sekhar is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Lord Shiva or crown". It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Indian
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 2

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

Lord Shiva or crown

Popularity

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Quick answers about Sekhar

What does Sekhar mean?

Sekhar is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Lord Shiva or crown".

How popular is Sekhar?

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Brother names that go with Sekhar

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

How to say Sekhar

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Name numerology

9is the Chaldean number for Sekhar.

Number 9 is linked with compassion, generosity and idealism.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

Starting syllable: Se (से)
Rashi: Kumbh (Aquarius)
Nakshatra: Purva Bhadrapada, pada 1
Name number: 9

By tradition, names starting with “Se” suit babies born in Purva Bhadrapada nakshatra (pada 1), 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.

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Names with a similar meaning to Sekhar

Sekhar means "Lord Shiva or crown" — these names share that spirit.

Elijah — "A prophet whose name means 'The Lord is my God', representing strong faith and divine protection." (Hebrew)
Matthew — "A gift of the Lord, based on the biblical apostle who recorded the life of Jesus." (Hebrew)

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