boy · Sanskrit

Shani

/SHA-ni/

Meaning: Pride, dignity

Shani at a glance

Meaning: Pride, dignity
Origin: Sanskrit
Religion: Hindu
Gender: boy
Pronunciation: SHA-ni
Syllables: 2
Popularity: uncommon
Variants & Spellings: Shaan, Shaanah, Shaano, Shana, Shano, Shaaniya

Lucky details for Shani

Number: 7
Color: Sea Green
Stone: Amethyst
Flower: Water Lily
Day: Monday
Planet: Neptune
Zodiac: Pisces
Metal: Platinum

Shani is a Sanskrit name meaning “pride, dignity”. It is a spelling variant of Shaan and carries exactly the same meaning, with a softer, more modern look on paper. Parents choose Shani for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with thoughtful, imaginative, drawn to meaning. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Shani reduce to 7, a number linked with Neptune and with people who are insightful, spiritual, an original and independent thinker.

Numerology

Chaldean value 7 — Thoughtful, imaginative, drawn to meaning.

Personality

Thoughtful, imaginative, drawn to meaning

Positive Traits

Insightful, spiritual, an original and independent thinker

Negative Traits

Needs quiet time and can seem distant when overwhelmed

Career Suggestions

Science, psychology, writing, film, philosophy

Nicknames

Shai Shan Shay Shy

Middle Names

Sahil Siddhart Stefaanoso

Sibling Names

Aanya Adveek Anjaly Charve

Compatible Names

Aarav Aarya Akshaiya Aneeketa Arnaah Cheereg

FAQs about the name Shani

What does the name Shani mean?

Shani means “pride, dignity” and comes from a Sanskrit root.

Is Shani a boy or girl name?

Shani is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Shani?

Shani is pronounced SHA-ni (2 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Shani?

The lucky number for Shani is 7, ruled by Neptune.

What are good nicknames for Shani?

Popular short forms include Shai, Shan, Shay, Shy.