Boy nameNot in the current top chartsFalling
Shankar
//ˈʃæŋkɑɹ//
2 syllablesPeak year: 19997 lettersStarts with S
Meaning & origin
We're still researching Shankar's meaning
We don't have a verified origin story for this name yet — we'd rather leave it blank than make one up. Check back soon, or explore the popularity data below in the meantime.
Shankar's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Shankar |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 6 |
Shankar through the decades
- Shankar peaked in 1999, when 9 babies were named Shankar in the US.