Shanta
SHAHN-tah
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
Hindi
Total Births
5,254
Peak Year
#378 in 1978
First Recorded
1958
Style
Soft & Gentle, Spiritual & Biblical
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
In Sanskrit, शांता (Śāntā) means 'peaceful', 'calm', or 'tranquil'. It is often used in Hindu contexts.
Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
Personality Traits
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