- Meaning:Lord Murugan, Leaping, Flowing, Quicksilver, Name of Kartikeya the son of Shiva and God of war, Epithet of Shiva, The bank of a river, A clever or learned Man
- Gender:Girl
- Numerology:5
- Syllables:2.5
- Religion:Hindu
- Rashi:Kumbha
- Nakshatra:Shatabhishak
More About The Name Skanda
The name Skanda is of Sanskrit origin and is primarily used in Hindu mythology. It is derived from the word "skand" which means "to jump" or "to go quickly." Skanda is also known as Kartikeya, Murugan, Subrahmanya, and Shanmukha.
Read MoreIn Hindu mythology, Skanda is the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. He is known as the commander-in-chief of the divine army and is associated with bravery, war, and victory. Skanda is often depicted as a young warrior riding a peacock and holding a spear or a vel (spear-like weapon).
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