Shiv
Shiv first appears in US records in 1984. It peaked in 2024, when 92 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 92.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Shiv popular?
Near its peak Shiv is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2024.
| 2020s | 505 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 719 | |
| 2000s | 627 | |
| 1990s | 291 | |
| 1980s | 51 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Shiv mean?
Shiv names Lord Shiva and means “auspicious” or “benign.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shiv mean?
Shiv means Auspicious; Lord Shiva. Shiv names Lord Shiva and means “auspicious” or “benign.”
What is the origin of the name Shiv?
Shiv is of Sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Shiv?
Shiv is pronounced “SHIV.”
Is Shiv a boy or a girl name?
Shiv is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Shiv a popular name right now?
Shiv is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2024.
How popular is the name Shiv?
In 2025, Shiv ranked #1766 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Shiv most popular?
Shiv was most popular in 2024, when about 92 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Shiv?
Names similar to Shiv include Parth, Krishna, Devansh, Aarnav, Daksh.
What names go well with Shiv?
Sanskrit names that pair well with Shiv include Tara, Trisha, Kali, Bodhi, Anaya.