What Does the Name Shankara Mean
The name Shankara comes from Hinduism roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Shankara below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Shankara Name Meaning
HinduismDerived from the Sanskrit elements शम् (sham) meaning "auspicious, lucky" and कर (kara) meaning "maker". This is another name of the Hindu god Shiva. This was also the name of a 9th-century Indian religious...
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