"verse, hymn"
Origin: Sanskrit
Language: Hindi
Shloka
Girl Name
#3,852 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
2 Syllables
A sacred Sanskrit verse name of divine wisdom
Indian
Hindu
South Asian
Spiritual
Traditional
Elegant
Literary
Meaning & Origin
"sacred poetic meter"
Origin: Sanskrit
Language: Sanskrit
The Story of Shloka
Shloka (also spelled Sloka) comes from the Sanskrit word meaning a verse or hymn, specifically referring to a metrical unit in Hindu sacred texts. The most famous shloka form is the anushtubh meter used throughout the Mahabharata and Ramayana. The name carries the weight of thousands of years of sacred poetry and devotional literature.
Shloka gained wider recognition when Akash Ambani, son of billionaire Mukesh Ambani, married Shloka Mehta in 2018 in one of India's most-watched weddings, bringing the name into mainstream consciousness.
In Hindu tradition, a shloka is considered sacred speech — the compressed wisdom of the rishis (sages). Naming a child Shloka is an aspiration that she will embody the grace and wisdom of sacred verse.
Fun Facts
- A shloka is a specific poetic meter in Sanskrit, consisting of four 8-syllable quarters
- The Bhagavad Gita contains 700 shlokas across 18 chapters
- Shloka Mehta, wife of Akash Ambani, brought the name to global attention in 2018
Shloka in Other Languages
Hindi
श्लोका
Bengali
শ্লোকা
Gujarati
શ્લોકા
Sanskrit
श्लोक
Famous People Named Shloka
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Shloka Mehta
Business
1990
Indian businesswoman and philanthropist, married to Akash Ambani, known for her work with ConnectFor
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Shloka
Musician
Indian classical vocalist known for devotional music
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,852
- Total SSA Count
- 39
- Cultural Origins
- Indian Hindu South Asian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
Common Nicknames
Shlo
Pairs Well With
Shloka Priya
Shloka Maya
Shloka Devi
Shloka Anjali
Shloka Nisha
Shloka Rani
Shloka Kavya
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shloka
What does the name Shloka mean?
"verse, hymn" (from Sanskrit). "sacred poetic meter" (from Sanskrit). Shloka (also spelled Sloka) comes from the Sanskrit word meaning a verse or hymn, specifically referring to a metrical unit in Hindu sacred texts. The most famous shloka form is the anushtubh meter used throughout the Mahabharata and Ramayana. The name carries the weight of thousands of years of sacred poetry and devotional literature.
What is the origin of the name Shloka?
Shloka has Sanskrit, Indian, Hindu, and South Asian origins. In Sanskrit, it means "verse, hymn". In Sanskrit, it means "sacred poetic meter".
Is Shloka a boy or girl name?
Shloka is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Shloka?
Shloka is currently ranked #3852 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Shloka?
Common nicknames for Shloka include Shlo.
What are good middle names for Shloka?
Popular middle name pairings include Shloka Priya, Shloka Maya, Shloka Devi, Shloka Anjali, Shloka Nisha, Shloka Rani, and Shloka Kavya.
What are good sibling names for Shloka?
Names that pair well with Shloka as siblings include Arjun, Vedant, Riya, Anika, Kabir, Ishaan, and Prisha.
How many syllables does Shloka have?
Shloka has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Shloka a common or rare name?
Shloka is an uncommon name, ranked #3852 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Shloka
Shloka is a girl name with Indian, Hindu, and South Asian origins . The name means "verse, hymn" in Sanskrit .
Shloka is currently ranked #3,852 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Shloka has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Shloka include Shlo. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.