Indian name meaning
Shakuntala
♀ GirlSha·kun·ta·la · 4 syllables
The mother of Bharata
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
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Grounded, disciplined and dependable — turns steady effort into solid results.
The letters of Shakuntala add up to 31, which reduces to 4.
About the name Shakuntala
Shakuntala is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “The mother of Bharata.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Shakuntala has the name number 4, “The Builder.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shakuntala mean?
Shakuntala means “The mother of Bharata.” It is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Shakuntala a boy or a girl name?
Shakuntala is traditionally used as a girl's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Shakuntala?
Shakuntala is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Shakuntala?
In the Chaldean system, Shakuntala has the name number 4, “The Builder.”
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