What origin is the name Shanthan?

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

What are good brother names for Shanthan?

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

Shanthan

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Shanthan

Shanthan

Unisex

Indian

2 syllables

Shanthan is an Indian unisex name meaning "Derived from the Sanskrit root for peace; signifies a calm, tranquil nature. It is a traditional name choice for a composed individual.".

The meaning of Shanthan is "Derived from the Sanskrit root for peace; signifies a calm, tranquil nature. It is a traditional name choice for a composed individual." — a unisex name of Indian origin. At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Indian
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 2

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

Derived from the Sanskrit root for peace; signifies a calm, tranquil nature. It is a traditional name choice for a composed individual.

Popularity

No birth-record data (source: not in US birth records; popularity in India is not tracked)

Quick answers about Shanthan

What does Shanthan mean?

Shanthan is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Derived from the Sanskrit root for peace; signifies a calm, tranquil nature. It is a traditional name choice for a composed individual.".

How popular is Shanthan?

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Brother names that go with Shanthan

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

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Name numerology

2is the Chaldean number for Shanthan.

Number 2 is linked with harmony, kindness and cooperation.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

The starting sound of Shanthan has no entry in the traditional nakshatra syllable chart, so families usually choose it freely rather than by rashi. Its Chaldean name number is 2.

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Names with a similar meaning to Shanthan

Shanthan means "Derived from the Sanskrit root for peace; signifies a calm, tranquil nature. It is a traditional name choice for a composed individual." — these names share that spirit.

Michael — "Michael comes from the Hebrew Mikha'el, a question meaning 'who is like God?'. It is the name of an archangel." (Hebrew)
Mason — "Mason is an English surname for a stoneworker, from the Old French masson. It is now used as a first name." (English)
Olivia — "Olivia comes from the Latin oliva, 'olive'. The olive branch is a symbol of peace. Shakespeare used it in Twelfth Night." (Latin)
Emily — "Emily comes from the Roman family name Aemilius, probably from the Latin aemulus, meaning 'rival' or 'eager to excel'." (Latin)
Logan — "Logan is a Scottish surname from a place name, from the Gaelic lagan, meaning 'little hollow'." (Scottish)
Elizabeth — "Elizabeth comes from the Hebrew Elisheva, meaning 'my God is an oath'. It is the name of John the Baptist's mother." (Hebrew)
Oliver — "Oliver probably comes from the Latin oliva, 'olive tree', though it may also come from a Germanic or Norse name." (Latin)
Evelyn — "Evelyn comes from an English surname derived from the Norman Aveline, possibly meaning 'wished-for child' or linked to 'hazelnut'." (English)