Shivani

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Shivani Pronunciation

Shivani is pronounced shih-VAH-nee /ʃɪˈvɑ.ni/Medium

Meaning: From Sanskrit Shivani — 'wife of Shiva', a name of the goddess ParvatiHigh

In 30 seconds: A goddess's name: Shivani is 'wife of Shiva' — the great goddess Parvati. Divine, graceful, and powerful.

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Origin HighSanskrit

MeaningFrom Sanskrit Shivani — 'wife of Shiva', a name of the goddess Parvati

U.S. rank (2024)#4355 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births33 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1998

Total births (all-time)≈ 2,849

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Shivani comes from Sanskrit — 'wife of Shiva', a name of the goddess Parvati (consort of Lord Shiva). A divine, graceful name across Hindu families, it carries the strength and beauty of the goddess.

In the U.S. it appears in Indian families. Rare, wife-of-Shiva at the root, and divine.

Did you know? Shivani is a name of Parvati, the consort of Lord Shiva — 'she who belongs to Shiva'; it's a beautiful, sacred Hindu name.

Overall data confidence 85%

Sanskrit references — Shivani — etymology

Variations

ShivanieSivani

Nicknames

Shivi

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Shivani?

Shivani is pronounced shih-VAH-nee (/ʃɪˈvɑ.ni/). Press play above to hear Shivani said aloud.

How do you say Shivani?

Shivani is said shih-VAH-nee (/ʃɪˈvɑ.ni/). Press play above to hear Shivani said aloud.

What does the name Shivani mean?

Shivani is Sanskrit for 'wife of Shiva' — a name of the goddess Parvati.

Is Shivani a boy or girl name?

Shivani is a girl's name.

How popular is Shivani?

Shivani is a rare name in the U.S.