What origin is the name Shikhandi?

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

What are good brother names for Shikhandi?

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

Shikhandi

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Shikhandi

Shikhandi

Unisex

Indian

3 syllables

Shikhandi is an Indian unisex name meaning "Tuft of hair or peacock crest".

The meaning of Shikhandi is "Tuft of hair or peacock crest" — a unisex name of Indian origin. 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

Tuft of hair or peacock crest

Popularity

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Quick answers about Shikhandi

What does Shikhandi mean?

Shikhandi is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Tuft of hair or peacock crest".

How popular is Shikhandi?

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Brother names that go with Shikhandi

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

How to say Shikhandi

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Name numerology

9is the Chaldean number for Shikhandi.

Number 9 is linked with compassion, generosity and idealism.

More names with number 9

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

The starting sound of Shikhandi has no entry in the traditional nakshatra syllable chart, so families usually choose it freely rather than by rashi. Its Chaldean name number is 9.