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Shloka

SHLO-kah

Shloka is a girl’s name of Hindi origin, meaning “A Sanskrit word meaning 'verse', 'song', 'hymn', or 'prayer'. It represents sacredness and spirituality in Hinduism.”. It currently ranks #3864 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2019.

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginHindi

What Shloka Means

A Sanskrit word meaning 'verse', 'song', 'hymn', or 'prayer'. It represents sacredness and spirituality in Hinduism.

The Story of Shloka

This name is a sacred verse, a whispered prayer, a melodic echo from the heart of ancient India.

Shloka is a profound Sanskrit word originating from ancient Indian traditions, meaning 'verse,' 'song,' 'hymn,' or 'prayer.' It signifies a poetic or rhythmic expression, often found in sacred texts and philosophical discourse, embodying spirituality and profound meaning. The name carries the lineage of Hinduism, representing a connection to the divine and a reverence for wisdom passed down through generations.

When you say 'Shloka' to your daughter, it feels like reciting a gentle mantra, a sound that calms and centers. It holds a sacredness, a quiet spiritual depth that you hope she will carry. Writing 'Shloka' on her birth announcement feels like consecrating her name, imbuing it with peace and a profound sense of purpose. This name offers a connection to something ancient and wise, a whisper of the divine.

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Numerology

3

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Personality Traits

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Peak Year

#42 in 2019

Total Births

423

First Recorded

2001

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