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Shivansh

Boy name · 4 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Shivansh: 4 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 4 births in 2025.

Shivansh is a name of Sanskrit origin, meaning "part of Lord Shiva," combining Shiva, the Hindu deity of destruction and transformation, with "ansh," meaning fragment or portion. It is a deeply spiritual name, popular among families with Indian heritage in Scotland. Though few famous bearers are widely known in the West, Shivansh appears in Indian film and television, and the name reflects a broader cultural reverence for Shiva. A notable variant is Shivanshu, also meaning "a part of Shiva." There are no direct place connections, but the Shivling (a sacred stone symbol) shares the same divine root. The name carries a gentle, powerful resonance, often chosen by parents seeking a meaningful link to ancient tradition.

Boy 1 of 52 years

Peak year
20254 babies
Latest (2025)
#6474 babies
Total births
4since 2025
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2025 · 4
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).