Shikhara

Shikhara Meaning & Origin

About Shikhara
The name "Shikhara" is of Sanskrit origin and is commonly used in Hindu culture. It refers to the towering, pyramid-shaped spire or pinnacle that crowns the central sanctum of a Hindu temple. The Shikhara is a significant architectural element symbolizing the connection between the earthly and divine realms, representing the abode of the deity within the temple. It is often adorned with intricate carvings and sculptures, adding to the grandeur and spiritual significance of the temple.

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Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Shikhara are female.

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Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
XKR
🗽 NYSIIS
SA
🔊 Soundex
S02060
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
SH IH0 K AA1 R AH0
🌐 IPA
/shikhara*/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('XKR', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
S260

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Shikhara in Braille

Here's how to represent Shikhara in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Shikhara in braille

How to Spell the Name Shikhara in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Shikhara using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Shikhara in sign language

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