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Shanmukh Name Meaning

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  • Meaning:Lord Kartikeya, Having six faces, Epithet of kaarttikeya, Desitiny (first son of Lord Shiva)
  • Gender:Boy
  • Numerology:5
  • Syllables:3.5
  • Religion:Hindu
  • Rashi:Kumbha
  • Nakshatra:Hasta

More About The Name Shanmukh

The name Shanmukha is of Sanskrit origin and is predominantly used in Hindu culture. It is derived from the combination of two Sanskrit words: "shan" which means six, and "mukha" which means face. Therefore, Shanmukha translates to "one with six faces".

In Hindu mythology, Shanmukha is one of the names of Lord Murugan, the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Lord Murugan is revered as the God of war, victory, wisdom, and spiritual enlightenment. He is believed to have six faces, which represent wisdom, willpower, courage, compassion, love, and divine knowledge.

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