Description:
The surname 'Shivshankar' is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Shiv' meaning 'god' and ' Shankar' meaning 'the one who shines'. The name may have originated in the Hindu religion, or it may be derived from a localised version of the name of a deity. The name may also be derived from the occupation of a metalworker or blacksmith. The surname may be found in India, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and the United States. The name is typically found in Hindu and Muslim families. The name is also found in various spellings, including Shiv Shankar, Shiv Shankar, Shivasankar, and Shivasankar.
