Indian name meaning

Somnath

♂ Boy

Som·nath · 2 syllables

Lord of the moon; a name of Shiva

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.

2
Name number 2 · The Peacemaker

Sensitive, cooperative and diplomatic — happiest building harmony and close bonds.

The letters of Somnath add up to 29, which reduces to 2.

About the name Somnath

Somnath 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 moon; a name of Shiva.”

In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Somnath has the name number 2, “The Peacemaker.”

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Somnath mean?

Somnath means “Lord of the moon; a name of Shiva.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.

Is Somnath a boy or a girl name?

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

What is the origin and religion of the name Somnath?

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

What is the numerology number of the name Somnath?

In the Chaldean system, Somnath has the name number 2, “The Peacemaker.”

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