What origin is the name Shanthanu?

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

What are good brother names for Shanthanu?

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

Shanthanu

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Shanthanu

Shanthanu

Unisex

Indian

3 syllables

Shanthanu is an Indian unisex name meaning "Wholesome or peaceful".

Parents who choose Shanthanu pick a unisex name from the Indian tradition, meaning "Wholesome or peaceful". At 9 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

Wholesome or peaceful

Popularity

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

Quick answers about Shanthanu

What does Shanthanu mean?

Shanthanu is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Wholesome or peaceful".

How popular is Shanthanu?

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Brother names that go with Shanthanu

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

How to say Shanthanu

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Name numerology

8is the Chaldean number for Shanthanu.

Number 8 is linked with ambition, strength and determination.

More names with number 8

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

The starting sound of Shanthanu has no entry in the traditional nakshatra syllable chart, so families usually choose it freely rather than by rashi. Its Chaldean name number is 8.