Shiven

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Shiven Pronunciation

Shiven is pronounced SHIH-vən /ˈʃɪ.vən/Medium

Meaning: A modern name linked to Shiva, 'the auspicious one; of Lord Shiva' (a -en form)Low

In 30 seconds: Of Shiva; auspicious: Shiven is a modern Shiva-linked name — 'of Lord Shiva'. Devout, crisp, and warm (said 'SHIH-vən').

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Origin MediumSanskrit

MeaningA modern name linked to Shiva, 'the auspicious one; of Lord Shiva' (a -en form)

U.S. rank (2024)#5606 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births17 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2013

Total births (all-time)≈ 479

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Shiven is a modern Indian name linked to Shiva, 'the auspicious one; the kind, gracious deity' — styled with a soft -en ending — 'of Lord Shiva' (we note the modern -en formation). A devout, crisp, modern boys' name (said 'SHIH-vən'; nickname Shiv).

In the U.S. it appears in South Asian families. Rare, of-Lord-Shiva at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Shiven is a modern Indian name linked to Shiva, 'the auspicious one' (the great deity) — with a soft -en ending — a devout, crisp name (said 'SHIH-vən').

Overall data confidence 60%

Sanskrit references — Shiven — Shiva-linked

Variations

ShivamShivShivay

Nicknames

Shiv

Themes & Styles

Uncertain Sanskrit Hindu

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Shiven?

Shiven is pronounced SHIH-vən (/ˈʃɪ.vən/). Press play above to hear Shiven said aloud.

How do you say Shiven?

Shiven is said SHIH-vən (/ˈʃɪ.vən/). Press play above to hear Shiven said aloud.

What does the name Shiven mean?

Shiven is a modern name linked to Shiva, 'the auspicious one; of Lord Shiva'.

Is Shiven a boy or girl name?

Shiven is a boy's name.

How popular is Shiven?

Shiven is a rare name in the U.S.