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Hindu Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Ravishankar

God Shankara

Pronunciation: /rəˈviʃɑŋkɑr/ (/raviʃaŋkara/)

Boy Name Hindu origin Popularity 50
Meaning
God Shankara
Origin
Hindu
Lucky Number
1
Lucky Day
Saturday
Lucky Stone
Ruby
Life Path
1
Popularity Score
50
Language
Sanskrit, Hindi
Lucky Colors: RedOrange

What does Ravishankar mean?

Ravi means sun and Shankara is a name of Lord Shiva. The name Ravishankar signifies the presence of the sun god and the power of Lord Shiva.

Ravishankar in other languages & scripts

Hindi
रविशंकर
रवि शंकर

How to pronounce Ravishankar

English pronunciation
/rəˈviʃɑŋkɑr/
IPA notation
/raviʃaŋkara/

Numerology & personality

The name Ravishankar is a 1 Personal Name Numerology, which represents the leader in you, the one who takes charge and goes first.

Associated Traits
WiseIntelligentPowerfulStrongMajesticDeterminedCreativeGroundedLoyal

Spiritual & cultural context

Ravishankar is a name of Lord Shiva, the destroyer of evil and the god of wisdom, strength and auspiciousness.

The name Ravishankar is a combination of two Sanskrit words - 'Ravi' and 'Shankara'. 'Ravi' is derived from 'Ravi' which means 'Sun' in Sanskrit, and 'Shankara' is an epithet of Lord Shiva. In ancient Hindu culture, the sun was considered the source of life and energy, while Lord Shiva was revered as the divine ascetic, the supreme being beyond all forms and manifestations. The name Ravishankar symbolizes the coming together of these two powerful divine entities.

Popularity of Ravishankar by region

Region Country Score Year
West Bengal IN 44 2024
Gujarat IN 44 2024
Nepal NP 64 2024
Mauritius MU 40 2024

Spelling variations of Ravishankar

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Names similar to Ravishankar

Frequently asked questions about Ravishankar

What does Ravishankar mean?
Ravishankar is a Hindu name that combines the power of the sun (Ravi) and Lord Shiva (Shankara).
Is Ravishankar a Hinduism name?
Yes, Ravishankar is a Hindu name that is deeply rooted in Hindu mythology and carries religious significance in Hinduism.
How to pronounce Ravishankar?
Ra-vi-shan-kar
Is Ravishankar popular today?
Yes, Ravishankar is a popular choice among Hindus today due to its rich cultural and religious significance.
What is the origin of Ravishankar?
Ravishankar is a Hindu name that originated from the combination of the names Ravi (sun) and Shankara (Lord Shiva).