A Hindu name meaning 'one who brings peace' or referring to Lord Shiva; also used as a proper name for people.
From Sanskrit 'Shankar' derived from 'shanti' (peace) and 'kar' (maker/doer). Originally a religious epithet for the god Shiva in Hindu philosophy.
Ravi Shankar, the legendary sitar player, made this name known worldwide and showed Western audiences that Indian classical music was just as complex and beautiful as European symphonies!
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