What origin is the name Shodash?

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

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

Shodash

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Shodash

Shodash

Unisex

Indian

2 syllables

Shodash is an Indian unisex name meaning "From the Sanskrit word for the number sixteen. Used to signify the sixteen attributes or qualities associated with perfection.".

Shodash is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "From the Sanskrit word for the number sixteen. Used to signify the sixteen attributes or qualities associated with perfection.". It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Indian
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 2

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

From the Sanskrit word for the number sixteen. Used to signify the sixteen attributes or qualities associated with perfection.

Popularity

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Quick answers about Shodash

What does Shodash mean?

Shodash is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "From the Sanskrit word for the number sixteen. Used to signify the sixteen attributes or qualities associated with perfection.".

How popular is Shodash?

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Brother names that go with Shodash

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

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Name numerology

1is the Chaldean number for Shodash.

Number 1 is linked with leadership, independence and new beginnings.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

The starting sound of Shodash has no entry in the traditional nakshatra syllable chart, so families usually choose it freely rather than by rashi. Its Chaldean name number is 1.

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Names with a similar meaning to Shodash

Shodash means "From the Sanskrit word for the number sixteen. Used to signify the sixteen attributes or qualities associated with perfection." — these names share that spirit.

Sophia — "Sophia comes from the Greek word sophia, meaning 'wisdom'. It has been used across Europe since early Christian times." (Greek)
Grace — "Grace comes from the English word grace, from the Latin gratia, meaning 'favour' or 'kindness'. Puritans used it as a virtue name." (Latin)
Emma — "Emma comes from the Germanic word ermen, meaning 'whole' or 'universal'. It was brought to England by Norman nobility." (German)
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)
Amelia — "Amelia comes from the Germanic amal, meaning 'work' or 'industrious'. It is also used as a form of Emilia." (German)
Ella — "Ella comes from the Germanic element alia, meaning 'other' or 'all'. It is also used as a short form of Eleanor and Ellen." (English)
Scarlett — "Scarlett comes from an English surname for a seller of scarlet cloth. Gone with the Wind made it a first name." (English)