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Shantanava

Peaceful

Shahn-tuh-nuh-vuhʃɑːntənəvə

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7
Lucky #
Saturday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Unisex
Gender

Meaning & Origin

Shantanava is a unisex name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'peaceful'.

Spiritual meaning

Symbolizes tranquility and inner peace.

Language details

🕉️Sanskrit

शान्तनव

Pleasing to the Mind

🇮🇳Hindi

शान्तनव

शांत मन

🇮🇳Tamil

சாந்தநவ

மனம் அமைதியான

🇮🇳Telugu

శాంతనవ

శాంతమందిరం

🇮🇳Marathi

Shantanava

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Peaceful

🇧🇩Bengali

Shantanava

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Peaceful

Pronunciation & Numerology

Pronunciation

Shahn-tuh-nuh-vuh

ʃɑːntənəvə

Lucky number

7

Lucky day

Saturday

Lucky colors

BlueGreenGrey

Life path

6

Lucky stone

Rose Quartz

Cultural & Spiritual notes

The name Shantanava comes from ancient Hindu texts and mythology. The prefix 'Shanta' is derived from the Sanskrit word 'shanti', which means 'peace, tranquility, and serenity'. It was widely used as a prefix to give names to people who were known for their peaceful and calm nature. This name had a significant cultural impact during ancient times as it was believed that peace was essential for individual and societal growth. Hindu scriptures stress the importance of maintaining peace in all aspects of life, both externally and internally, and the name Shantanava was a constant reminder of this virtue.

According to Hinduism, the ultimate goal of life is to achieve spiritual consciousness, Moksha, and live in accordance with Dharma. The Hindu scripture, the Bhagavad Gita, teaches that maintaining peace in all circumstances and keeping one's mind calm is a crucial aspect of spiritual growth. The name Shantanava holds a profound spiritual significance, as it is a gentle reminder to focus on cultivating inner peace and tranquility, leading to a more meaningful and fulfilling life. By embodying the qualities of peace and serenity, individuals who bear this name are inspired to live a life that is harmonious and beneficial to themselves and others.

Vedic name • Root: शान्त (Shānta) + नव (nava) • शान्त ऋषि के ऋषि नाम में उपयोग है।

Historical references

Shantanu is mentioned in various Indian epics including the Mahabharata and the Puranas. He is the father of the legendary Pandava prince Yudhishthira.

Circa 3000 BCE

Another important reference to Shantanu is found in the Mahabharata where he is depicted as the king of Hastinapur who was cursed to be childless. He later marries the celestial woman Ganga who gives birth to Bhishma, the first of the famous Pandava brothers.

Circa 2500 BCE

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