Meaning & Origin
One who is small, a little one, a beginner, a novice, a scholar, or a sage
Spiritual meaning
Represents the innocence and purity of a child, and the wisdom and knowledge of a sage
Language details
शिशु
लॐटी शिशु, लौटावला, संतुलित शिशु, बालक
शिशु
बालक, चिड़़िया, बचपAN, संतुलित
சிஷு
அழகியவர், அல்லவல், அடிக்கட் வரவும், அடிக்கட் இல்லையார்
శిషు
చిద్దేశ్వరి, చిద్దేయోదేశ, చిద్దేయోదేశ్వరి, చిద్దేయోదేశ్వరియోధే
Shishu
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Little One
Shishu
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Little One
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
shish-oo
/ʃɪʃu/
Lucky number
5
Lucky day
Monday
Lucky colors
Life path
3
Lucky stone
Crystal Quartz
Cultural & Spiritual notes
The name "Shishu" in Hindu culture denotes one who is small or young in age, particularly in the context of a child. However, it can also be used to refer to a beginner, a novice, or a scholar. The term is commonly used in the context of education, where a 'Shishya' (student) seeks knowledge from a 'Guru' (teacher). The name signifies the importance of learning and education in Hindu culture, and the value placed on the relationship between the teacher and the student.
In Hindu spirituality, the term "Shishu" can also refer to a sage or a wise person, who is small in ego and great in spiritual understanding. This interpretation is derived from the root meaning of the word 'shish' which means to learn or to teach. A 'Shishu' in this sense is one who is open to learning and growing, both in terms of spiritual knowledge and in the application of that knowledge in their daily life. The name thus represents the journey of the soul towards enlightenment, and the importance of continuous learning and personal growth in that journey.
Historical references
Historical records show that The name Shishu is mentioned in the Mahabharata as a name of a prince. The name Shishu carried significant spiritual weight in that era.
Vedic period
Notable people with this name
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