What Does the Name Shantanu Mean
The name Shantanu comes from Hinduism roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Shantanu below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Shantanu Name Meaning
Hinduism, Indian, Hindi, Marathi, BengaliMeans "wholesome" in Sanskrit. In the Hindu epic the 'Mahabharata' this is the name of a king of Hastinapura.
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