What origin is the name Shivanna?

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

What are good brother names for Shivanna?

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

Shivanna

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Shivanna

Shivanna

Unisex

Indian

3 syllables

Shivanna is an Indian unisex name meaning "A name representing Lord Shiva".

Parents who choose Shivanna pick a unisex name from the Indian tradition, meaning "A name representing Lord Shiva". At 8 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 name representing Lord Shiva

Popularity

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

Quick answers about Shivanna

What does Shivanna mean?

Shivanna is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "A name representing Lord Shiva".

How popular is Shivanna?

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Brother names that go with Shivanna

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

How to say Shivanna

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Name numerology

9is the Chaldean number for Shivanna.

Number 9 is linked with compassion, generosity and idealism.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

The starting sound of Shivanna 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.

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Names with a similar meaning to Shivanna

Shivanna means "A name representing Lord Shiva" — these names share that spirit.

Elijah — "A prophet whose name means 'The Lord is my God', representing strong faith and divine protection." (Hebrew)
Jacob — "A Marathi transliteration of the name Jacob, meaning one who follows or is protected by God." (Hebrew)
William — "A name of Germanic origin meaning resolute protector or strong-willed warrior, used by Indian Christians." (German)
Alexander — "A Greek name meaning defender of men, popular among the Telugu Christian community." (Greek)
James — "The Telugu transliteration of the biblical name James, widely used among the Telugu Christian community." (Hebrew)
Daniel — "A common Christian name in Tamil Nadu meaning God is my judge, originating from Hebrew." (Hebrew)
Benjamin — "The son of the right hand, representing a beloved child and a source of strength." (Hebrew)
Elizabeth — "A name of Biblical origin commonly used in India, signifying that God is my oath or a promise to the divine." (Hebrew)