Indian name meaning

Shailesh

♂ Boy

Shai·lesh · 2 syllables

Lord of the mountains; the Himalaya

Origin
Sanskrit
Most used by
Hindu families
Commonly used in
North & Central India
How common is this name?Uncommon

Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.

8
Name number 8 · The Achiever

Ambitious, capable and determined — built for goals, authority and material success.

The letters of Shailesh add up to 26, which reduces to 8.

About the name Shailesh

Shailesh is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “Lord of the mountains; the Himalaya.”

In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Shailesh has the name number 8, “The Achiever.”

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Shailesh mean?

Shailesh means “Lord of the mountains; the Himalaya.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.

Is Shailesh a boy or a girl name?

Shailesh is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.

What is the origin and religion of the name Shailesh?

Shailesh is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.

What is the numerology number of the name Shailesh?

In the Chaldean system, Shailesh has the name number 8, “The Achiever.”

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