Meaning & Origin
The name Shyam is derived from the Sanskrit word 'shyamah' which means 'dark' or 'blue'. In Hinduism, Shyam is a name of Lord Krishna, who is considered as the 'God of Gods'. The name represents the divine power and is believed to bring prosperity, happiness and good fortune.
Spiritual meaning
A divine name representing the ultimate reality and the supreme power of the universe.
Language details
श्याम
dark, blue-black, dusky, tawny
श्याम
श्याम
சியம்
சிவன் இல்லாத மகன், அறக்கம் இல்லாத வருக்கல்
శ్యామ
శ్యామ
Shyam
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे God of Gods
Shyam
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ God of Gods
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
shiam
/ʃjɑːm/
Lucky number
6
Lucky day
Saturday
Lucky colors
Life path
3
Lucky stone
Blue Sapphire
Cultural & Spiritual notes
The name Shyam is deeply rooted in Indian culture and holds significant importance in Hinduism through the mythological character of Lord Krishna. This name has been celebrated and revered for centuries and is often seen as a symbol of love, happiness, and divine grace in Hindu society.
In Hindu spirituality, the name Shyam embodies the eternal and infinite nature of Lord Krishna. It is believed that the name activates positive energy within an individual and leads one towards a path of spiritual growth and self-realization. Reciting or chanting the name of Shyam is believed to purify the mind, body, and spirit.
Historical references
Shyam is a popular name of Lord Krishna in Hinduism, derived from the Sanskrit word 'syama' which means 'dark'. Lord Krishna is known to have dark complexion and is often depicted as such in Hindu art and iconography.
12th Century CE
The name Shyam is also associated with Shiva, the god of destruction in Hinduism. 'Shyam' is a synonym for 'Neelkantha', a form of Shiva, who is depicted as having a blue throat due to his consumption of the poisonous Halahala during the churning of the ocean.
Ancient times
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