108 Names Of Shiva: Ashtottara Shatanamavali

Learn Shiva Ashtottara Shatanamavali

We sing prayers for blessings and inner peace, right? Well, one of the most powerful words to chant is the 108 names of Lord Shiva. Known as the Shiva Ashtottara Shatanamavali, chanting these sacred names can calm your heart, remove obstacles, and help you get the blessings of Lord Shiva - the destroyer of evil. Let’s read in detail to know more.

108 Lord Shiva Name With Meaning

The different names of Lord Shiva are included in powerful mantras that can bring immense spiritual benefits when chanted with devotion. Let's explore 108 names of Lord Shiva in english, along with associated mantra and meaning.

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No.	108 Names	Mantra	Meaning
1	Shiva	Om Shivaya Namah।	Who is most holy
2	Maheshwar	Om Maheshwaraya Namah।	God of Gods
3	Shambhu	Om Shambhave Namah।	Giver of happiness and wealth
4	Pinakin	Om Pinakine Namah।	One who wields the pinaka bow
5	Shashishekhar	Om Shashishekharaya Namah।	Moon bearer
6	Vamdevaaya	Om Vamadevaya Namah।	Which is auspicious and beautiful in every way.
7	Virupaksha	Om Virupakshaya Namah।	Lord Shiva with slanted eyes
8	Kapardi	Om Kapardine Namah।	Those who wear matted hair
9	neellohit	Om Nilalohitaya Namah।	Blue coloured
10	Shankar	Om Shankaraya Namah।	Giver of happiness and wealth
11	Shulpani	Om Shulapanine Namah।	Trident bearer
12	Khatwangi	Om Khatvangine Namah।	Those who bear the weapon called Khatwang
13	Vishnuvallabha	Om Vishnuvallabhaya Namah।	Which is very dear to Lord Vishnu.
14	Shipivistha	Om Shipivishtaya Namah।	Permeated with rays
15	Ambikanath	Om Ambikanathaya Namah।	Who is the husband of Goddess Ambika (Parvati)
16	Srikanth	Om Shrikanthaya Namah।	Beautiful voiced
17	Bhaktavatsal	Om Bhaktavatsalaya Namah।	One who showers love and compassion on devotees
18	Bhav	Om Bhavaya Namah।	Self manifest
19	Sharva	Om Sharvaya Namah।	Destroyer of all troubles and sins
20	Trilokesh	Om Trilokeshaya Namah।	Lord and ruler of the three worlds
21	Shitikantha	Om Shitikanthaya Namah।	White-throated
22	Shivapriya	Om Shiva-Priyaya Namah।	Who is dear to Mother Parvati.
23	Ugra	Om Ugraya Namah।	Extremely aggressive
24	Kapali	Om Kapaline Namah।	The wearer of the skull garland
25	Kamari	Om Kamaraye Namah।	Destroyer of cupid
26	Andhakarsura Soodan	Om Andhakasurasudanaya Namah।	Slayer of Andhakasura
27	Gangadhar	Om Gangadharaya Namah।	Those who wear Goddess Ganga in their hair
28	Lalaataksha	Om Lalatakshaya Namah।	Who has a third eye on his forehead.
29	Kaalkaal	Om Kalakalaya Namah।	Which is also the period of time.
30	Kripanidhi	Om Kripanidhaye Namah।	The one who is kind to the devotees, the ocean of grace
31	Bhim	Om Bhimaya Namah।	Having a huge body
32	Parashuhasta	Om Parashuhastaya Namah।	Those who wield weapons called Parshu
33	Mrigpaani	Om Mrigapanaye Namah।	One holding a male deer in his hand
34	Jatadhar	Om Jatadharaya Namah।	Those who wear matted hair
35	Kailasvasi	Om Kailasavasine Namah।	Those who live on Mount Kailash
36	Kavachi	Om Kawachine Namah।	Bearers of various types of weapons
37	Kathor	Om Kathoraya Namah।	Extremely strong and extremely strong
38	Tripurantaka	Om Tripurantakaya Namah।	The one who destroyed Tripurasura
39	Vrishanka	Om Vrishankaya Namah।	Whose flag has the symbol of Taurus (Nandi) inscribed on it.
40	Vrishabharudh	Om Vrishabharudhaya Namah।	Who is riding on Nandi.
41	Bhasmodhulitavigraha	Om Bhasmodhulitavigrahaya Namah।	Those who wear ashes all over their bodies
42	Samapriya	Om Samapriyaya Namah।	Those who love equality.
43	Swaramayi	Om Swaramayaya Namah।	Those who are proficient in music.
44	Trimurti	Om Trayimurtaye Namah।	Which is one of the Trimurti (Brahma, Vishnu, Mahesh)
45	Anishwara	Om Anishwaraya Namah।	Those who have no owner
46	Sarvagya	Om Sarvajnaya Namah।	Who is omniscient.
47	Parmatma	Om Paramatmane Namah।	Who is the best among all souls.
48	Somsuryagnilochan	Om Somasuryagnilochanaya Namah।	Who has the moon, sun and fire as his three eyes
49	Havi	Om Havishe Namah।	Which is the form of Havi (the liquid given as offering in Havan)
50	Yajnamaya	Om Yajnamayaya Namah।	Who himself is a form of Yagya
51	Som	Om Somaya Namah।	Which is as cool and pure as the moon.
52	Panchavaktra	Om Panchavaktraya Namah।	Five headed
53	Sadashiv	Om Sadashivaya Namah।	Which is always auspicious.
54	Visvesvaraya	Om Vishveshwaraya Namah।	Lord of the entire universe
55	Veerbhadra	Om Virabhadraya Namah।	Who is both furious and calm
56	Gannath	Om Gananathaya Namah।	Who is the ruler of all the Ganas (Gods, humans and demons)
57	Prajapati	Om Prajapataye Namah।	Lord of all beings
58	Hiranyareta	Om Hiranyaretase Namah।	One who possesses the brightness of a thousand suns
59	Durdharsha	Om Durdharshaya Namah।	Those who cannot be defeated
60	Girish	Om Girishaya Namah।	Who is the lord of the mountains.
61	Girish	Om Girishaya Namah।	Those who sleep on Mount Kailash
62	Anagh	Om Anaghaya Namah।	Who are free from vices and faults.
63	Bhujangabhushan	Om Bujangabhushanaya Namah।	Those who wear snakes as jewellery
64	Bharg	Om Bhargaya Namah।	Destroyer of all sins
65	Giridhanva	Om Giridhanvane Namah।	One who holds Mount Meru as his bow
66	Giripriya	Om Giripriyaya Namah।	Those who love mountains very much
67	Krittivasa	Om Krittivasase Namah।	Baghambar bearer
68	Purarati	Om Purarataye Namah।	Destroyer of Tripurasura and his Tripuras (worlds)
69	Bhagwaan	Om Bhagawate Namah।	Who is the Almighty God
70	Pramathadhipa	Om Pramathadhipaya Namah।	Lord of Pramathganas (Shivganas)
71	Mrityunjaya	Om Mrityunjayaya Namah।	Conqueror of death
72	Sukshmatanu	Om Sukshmatanave Namah।	Having a subtle body
73	Jagadvyapi	Om Jagadvyapine Namah।	Present in the entire universe
74	Jagadguru	Om Jagadguruve Namah।	Who is the Guru of all the worlds
75	Vyomkesh	Om Vyomakeshaya Namah।	Whose hair is spread over the entire sky
76	Mahasenajanaka	Om Mahasenajanakaya Namah।	Who is the father of Lord Kartikeya.
77	Charuvikram	Om Charuvikramaya Namah।	Conqueror of beauty
78	Rudra	Om Rudraya Namah।	Those who are moved by the sufferings of the devotees.
79	Bhutapati	Om Bhutapataye Namah।	Who is the lord of the five elements (fire, air, water, earth, sky)
80	Sthanave	Om Sthanave Namah।	Who are firm and steadfast.
81	Ahirbudhnya	Om Ahirbudhnyaya Namah।	Those who are the basis of the entire creation
82	Digambar	Om Digambaraya Namah।	One who wears the universe as a garment
83	Ashtamurti	Om Ashtamurtaye Namah।	Having eight forms
84	Anekatma	Om Anekatmane Namah।	Taking many forms
85	Sattvic	Om Sattvikaya Namah।	Lord of unlimited energy
86	Shuddhavigraha	Om Shuddhavigrahaya Namah।	Which is completely pure and clean.
87	Shashvat	Om Shashvataya Namah।	Which is eternal and indestructible.
88	Khandaparashu	Om Khandaparashave Namah।	Bearers of broken halberds
89	Ajj	Om Ajaya Namah।	Who is unborn, unlimited and invincible
90	Pashavimochana	Om Pashavimochakaya Namah।	Liberating from all worldly bonds
91	Mrid	Om Mridaya Namah।	Bringer of happiness and good fortune
92	Pashupati	Om Pashupataye Namah।	Lord of all animals/creatures
93	Dev	Om Devaya Namah।	Who is the almighty omnipresent God
94	Mahadev	Om Mahadevaya Namah।	Who is the God of Gods also
95	Avyaya	Om Avyayaya Namah।	Which are irreversible.
96	Hari	Om Haraye Namah।	Destroyer of all sins
97	Bhaganetrabhid	Om Bhaganetrabhide Namah।	Vulva eye damage
98	Avyakt	Om Avyaktaya Namah।	Which are indirect.
99	Dakshadhvarahara	Om Dakshadhwaraharaya Namah।	Those who destroy the Yagya of Daksh Prajapati
100	Harr	Om Haraya Namah।	Destroyer of all sinful bonds
101	Pooshadantabhit	Om Pushadantabhide Namah।	Those who break the teeth of God named Pushan
102	Avyagra	Om Avyagraya Namah।	Stable and steadfast
103	Sahasraksha	Om Sahasrakshaya Namah।	The one with a thousand eyes
104	Sahasrapada	Om Sahasrapade Namah।	Having thousands of legs that are present everywhere.
105	Apvargprad	Om Apavargapradaya Namah।	Giver of salvation
106	Anant	Om Anantaya Namah।	Which is immortal and endless.
107	Tarak	Om Tarakaya Namah।	Those who provide salvation to living beings
108	Parmeshwar	Om Parameshwaraya Namah।	The supreme ruling God who creates and destroys the entire universe.

Choosing A Lord Shiva Name For Newborn Baby

Since ancient times in Hinduism, people have kept different names of Lord Shiva for their baby boy. When it comes to naming your newborn, choosing a name inspired by Lord Shiva can be a beautiful way to honour the God and seek blessings.

But with the powerful Shiv 108 name to choose from, how do you find the perfect fit? Let’s see.

Firstly, think deeply about the qualities you hope your child will display. Maybe chanting Shiva Ashtottara Shatanamavali can help you decide.
Ask questions and let the meaning you connect with, guide your choice. Such as, Is it Shiva's determined strength and leadership? His deep wisdom? Or his role as the dancer and destroyer of evil?
For example, if you conceive after years of struggle, ‘Veerabhadra’ could be fitting. Or if you seek protection, ‘Sharvanabhava’ may be suitable.
Likewise, look for other names of Lord Shiva.

Benefits of Chanting Lord Shiva 108 Names

Chanting the sacred 108 names of Lord Shiva can bring deep spiritual benefits into your life. This devotional practice, known as the Shiva Ashtottara Shatanamavali, gathers the qualities of the supreme being, Shiva, through powerful mantras, speaking of his divine glory.

Let us see the benefits of chanting Lord Shiva name with meaning and faith.

Get Lord Shiva's Blessings: By chanting different names of Lord Shiva, you open yourself to his holy attention. Ask for the blessings you desire, be it spiritual growth, good health, or freedom from obstacles. The Lord of Consciousness will guide you.
Opens Your Heart to Devotion: As you recite each melodious name, you open your heart to high devotion (bhakti). This holy love helps dissolve the ego and bring you self-awareness.
Purifies Your Karma: The sacred Mahadev 108 name acts as a powerful cleansing agent, burning away past karmic patterns and negative tendencies. Chanting them with sincerity frees you of gathered toxins - both physical and mental.
Gain Peace and Clarity: The rhythmic chanting calms the disturbed mind and grants mental clarity. As you submit to the sacred sound vibrations, you gather determination and strength. This state brings calmness, focus and inner peace.

The Ideal Way To Chant Lord Shiva 108 Names

With the proper direction, timing, beads and environment - chanting Shiva 108 names will leave you spiritually uplifted and blessed by the Lord's boundless blessings. Hence, it is important to find the perfect way to chant Mahadev 108 name. Let us see how.

Ideal Direction To Chant Shiv Namavali

Facing East while chanting the Shiv 108 name is considered auspicious. The rising sun signifies new beginnings and positivity - perfect for inviting Shiva's divine attention into your life.

Sit cross-legged on the floor or a yoga mat. Look towards the Eastern side as you chant each sacred name with reverence.

Ideal Time To Chant Shiv Namavali

The best time to perform this powerful chant is during the sacred Brahma Muhurta period - about 1-2 hours before sunrise. This auspicious duration is believed to have boosted spiritual energy, making your prayers more powerful.

If that's not possible, any time before noon works beautifully. The morning hours are relatively calm and peaceful, allowing you to concentrate fully.

Ideal Beads To Chant Shiv Namavali

Rudraksha beads are powerfully symbolic and deeply connected to Lord Shiva. It is believed to have originated as Lord Shiva Ashru ( tears). Therefore, using a string of 108 Rudraksha beads enhances the spiritual vibrations as you chant and please the God.

If unavailable, use a regular mala of sandalwood, tulsi or lotus seeds. The key is to have 108 beads plus the Guru bead to track your recitations accurately.

Ideal Setting / Atmosphere To Chant Shiv Namavali

Create a quiet atmosphere to help you stay focused. Burn a few sticks of incense like camphor or nag champa. You can also play devotional Shiva bhajans softly in the background.

Sit in front of a Shiva lingam idol or picture to visualise his form clearly. Having fresh flowers like marigolds to offer at the end adds to the holiness.

Frequently Asked Questions

Shiva Ashtottara Shatanamavali is a list of 108 names of Shiva. Chanting these names is believed to be a powerful way to gain Lord Shiva’s blessings. Now, you can learn 108 names of Lord Shiva in English and Hindi.

Shiv Ash Tottarshat Namavali benefits you a lot when chanted. It offers inner peace, calmness, freedom from problems and blessings from Lord Shiva names. At the same time, it helps break past karmic patterns and fills you with good energy.

Set an ideal atmosphere in the early morning by lighting incense sticks and placing Lord Shiva’s idol in the front. Now, with deep focus, chant the Shiv ji 108 names with associated mantras. It will take you 1-2 hours, but it will be the most relaxing experience.

In ancient Hindu texts, there are 108 names listed for Lord Shiva, signifying his experiences, Mahadev qualities, his various roles as the Destroyer of evil and Jagatpita (father of the universe. Learn the Shiva Ashtothram in English and Hindi today.

When you chant Lord Shiva names 108 times with full focus, you can experience peace, self-satisfaction and a flow of positivity throughout your body. At the end of it, you feel like you are free from all negative thoughts (inner healing).

To get the maximum benefits from chanting Shiv ji 108 names, it is advisable to perform it in the early morning. The early Sunrise not only helps you attract the positive vibrations of the Lord Shiv Namavali but also the blessings of Surya.