Shivan

“Relating to the deity Shiva, symbolizing auspiciousness and beneficence.” — Associated with Lord Shiva

India origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#6166US 2023

15Births / yr

↑Rising

160All-time births

📅 Since 198600

How to pronounce Shivan

SHEE·VAN

/ˈʃiː.ˈvæn/ · stress on SHEE · 2 syllables

“Relating to the deity Shiva, symbolizing auspiciousness and beneficence.”

Associated with Lord Shiva · India origin

What does Shivan mean and where does it come from?

Shivan is derived from the name Shiva, a principal deity in Hinduism. In Sanskrit, 'Shiva' means 'auspicious' or 'beneficent.' The name Shivan is popular in India and among Hindu communities around the world. It exemplifies the reverence for the qualities associated with Lord Shiva, including streng

Cultural significance

Shivan has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in India-speaking communities, where it reflects values of relating to the deity shiva, symbolizing auspiciousness and beneficence..

Peak popularity

Reached #6159 in 1989 — currently #6166 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Shivan?

Shivan works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Shivan Grace

How popular is Shivan right now?

Rising fast — up 2700 spots — currently #6166 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#6166 · Top 4.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6166	15	▲ up 2700 · +67% births
2022	#8866	9	▼ down 799 · -10% births
2021	#8067	10	▲ up 907 · +25% births
2020	#8974	8	▼ down 1799 · -11% births
2000	#7175	9	▲ up 1280 · +50% births
1995	#8455	6	▲ up 623 · +20% births
1990	#9078	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Shivan

Best Year2023Rank #6166

Peak Count15

Average Rank#8112

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1990 - 20237 years

The story of Shivan

Shivan is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1986. With 160 total births recorded, Shivan remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9078 in 1990 to #6166 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Shivan in 1989:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua David

Shivan by decade

Shivan peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	19
1990s	29
2000s ★	52
2010s	52
2020s	8

💎Shivan has only 160 total recorded births since 1986 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Shivan?

Common

ShiShivShivieShivyIvan

What names sound and feel like Shivan?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Shivan also consider these

Shivam

India · auspicious, prosperous

India · spring, source of

Sivan

Hebrew · The month of

Vivan

India · meaning 'full of

Shravan

India · Sanskrit

Common questions about the name Shivan

What does the name Shivan mean?

Shivan means "Relating to the deity Shiva, symbolizing auspiciousness and beneficence." — a name rooted in India tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Shivan?

Shivan is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Shivan have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Shivan?

Shivan originates from India tradition. India names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Shivan?

Shivan is a two-syllable name pronounced SH IY1 V AE1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Shivan trending right now?

Shivan is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.