Shankar

Q: How popular is the name Shankar?

Shankar is ranked #18610 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ sh-ANGK-ahr ]

Boy Name #18,610 Most Popular Hidden Gem 7 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Shankar is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced sh-ANGK-ahr.

Parents who love the name Shankar often also consider Ice, Frosty, Springer .

Popularity Over Time

#18,610

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #18,610
Total SSA Count: 6

Alternative Spellings

Shane #602 Shannon #2609

Nicknames

Sha Shy Shaie Shanie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Shankar

Is Shankar a boy or girl name?

Shankar is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Shankar?

Shankar is pronounced sh-ANGK-ahr.

How popular is the name Shankar?

Shankar is currently ranked #18610 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Shankar?

Common nicknames for Shankar include Sha, Shy, Shaie, and Shanie.

Is Shankar a common or rare name?

Shankar is an uncommon name, ranked #18610 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Shankar

Shankar is a boy name .

Shankar is currently ranked #18,610 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Shankar include Sha, Shy, Shaie, and Shanie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Shankar include Shane, Shannon . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.