Baby name · Hindu · Gujarati
Shikha
શિખા“Flame, peak, or tuft of hair”
Shikha is a Sanskrit-derived name that literally signifies the flame of a lamp or the peak of a mountain. In Indian culture, it carries spiritual connotations, often representing the tuft of hair kept on the crown of the head by traditional practitioners, symbolizing focus and divine connection.
Pythagorean numerology 11 · The Peacemaker — in this tradition, the number is associated with traits such as gentle, cooperative, intuitive and diplomatic.
Kumbh rashi · Aquarius — element Air, ruled by Saturn. Common naming sounds include Go, Sa, Si, Su, Se, So and Sha.
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