UK girl's name
Shivana
Of Hindu origin, meaning "from Shiva" or "daughter of Shiva".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1999. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Shivana is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Shivana popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1999 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3900, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1999, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 1999 to 1999. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Shivana is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Shivana. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2000 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Shivana ranked #3900 for girls in England and Wales in 1999, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1999, when 3 girls were registered as Shivana.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Shivana as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3900
1999
Births in 1999
3
Latest year
Peak year
1999
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Shivana mean?
The name Shivana is of Hindu origin, derived from the Sanskrit word "Shiva," which means "auspicious" or "kind." It is closely associated with the Hindu deity Lord Shiva, one of the principal deities in Hinduism.
The earliest recorded use of the name Shivana can be traced back to ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, where it was often used as a feminine form of the name Shiva. In some Hindu traditions, Shivana is also considered a name for the female consort or shakti of Lord Shiva.
One of the earliest known references to the name Shivana can be found in the Shiva Purana, an important Hindu scripture dedicated to the worship and reverence of Lord Shiva. In this text, Shivana is mentioned as a name for the divine feminine energy that complements Lord Shiva.
Throughout history, several notable women have borne the name Shivana. One such example is Shivana Rajya Lakshmi Devi (1866-1933), who was the Maharani (Queen) of the princely state of Travancore in British India. She was known for her progressive reforms and contributions to the field of education.
Another notable figure with the name Shivana is Shivana Patil (born 1967), an Indian classical dancer and choreographer. She is renowned for her expertise in the Bharatanatyam dance form and has been honored with several prestigious awards for her artistic contributions.
In the realm of literature, Shivana Srinivasan (born 1955) is an acclaimed Indian-American author and academic. Her works, including the novel "The Laughing Buddha," explore themes of identity, cultural dislocation, and the immigrant experience.
Shivana Gowri (1933-2019) was a prominent Indian classical vocalist and a renowned exponent of the Carnatic music tradition. She was a recipient of the prestigious Sangeet Natak Akademi Award and the Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors.
Lastly, Shivana Hariprasad (born 1974) is an Indian filmmaker and screenwriter known for her critically acclaimed films that explore social and gender issues. Her debut feature film, "Sheeka," received widespread acclaim and won several awards at international film festivals.
These examples showcase the rich cultural heritage and diverse backgrounds associated with the name Shivana, which has been embraced by individuals across various fields, including royalty, arts, literature, and cinema.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Shivana by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Shivana was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | #3900 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Shivana: questions and answers
How popular is the name Shivana in the UK right now?
In 1999, Shivana was ranked #3900 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Shivana most popular?
The peak year on record was 1999, with 3 babies registered as Shivana in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Shivana?
Of Hindu origin, meaning "from Shiva" or "daughter of Shiva".
How many people are called Shivana in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Shivana across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.