What Does the Name Skanda Mean
The name Skanda comes from Hinduism roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Skanda below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Skanda Name Meaning
HinduismMeans "hopping, spurting, spilling" in Sanskrit. In Hindu belief this is the name of the god of war, also known as Kartikeya or Murugan. He is worshipped especially by the Tamils in southern India.
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