Baby name · Hindu · Gujarati
Shaila
શૈલા“Daughter of the mountain”
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'Shaila', it refers to one who dwells in or is born of the mountains. It is historically significant as an epithet for Goddess Parvati, the daughter of Himavan, the personification of the Himalayas.
Pythagorean numerology 5 · The Free Spirit — in this tradition, the number is associated with traits such as adventurous, curious, adaptable and energetic.
Kumbh rashi · Aquarius — element Air, ruled by Saturn. Common naming sounds include Go, Sa, Si, Su, Se, So and Sha.
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