Skanda
Sanskrit · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Skanda
Skanda derives from Sanskrit and means "the leaper" or "one who jumps," from the root meaning to spring or bound, referencing swift movement.
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Etymology
Skanda derives from Sanskrit and means "the leaper" or "one who jumps," from the root meaning to spring or bound, referencing swift movement. The name is primarily used in Hindu and Buddhist cultures, where Skanda is worshipped as the god of war and victory in Hinduism, particularly revered in South India and among Tamil communities.
Skanda currently ranks #4,027 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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