What origin is the name Shkuntala?

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

What are good brother names for Shkuntala?

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

Shkuntala

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Shkuntala

Shkuntala

Unisex

Indian

3 syllables

Shkuntala is an Indian unisex name meaning "Brought up by birds".

With Indian roots, Shkuntala is a unisex name that means "Brought up by birds". 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

Brought up by birds

Popularity

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

Quick answers about Shkuntala

What does Shkuntala mean?

Shkuntala is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Brought up by birds".

How popular is Shkuntala?

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Brother names that go with Shkuntala

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

How to say Shkuntala

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Name numerology

3is the Chaldean number for Shkuntala.

Number 3 is linked with creativity, joy and self-expression.

More names with number 3

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

The starting sound of Shkuntala has no entry in the traditional nakshatra syllable chart, so families usually choose it freely rather than by rashi. Its Chaldean name number is 3.