Origin
Tungusic (Siberian)
Syllables
2
Zodiac
Scorpio
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Shaman is a name often given to boys. Ranked #12124 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Tungusic (Siberian) origin and traditionally means "Spiritual healer or wise one". It has 2 syllables.
The Story of Shaman
Shaman originates from Siberian Tungusic languages referring to spiritual practitioners. It suggests deep connection to nature and insight. In modern contexts, the name feels bold and unconventional, evoking mystery. Parents choose it for a child destined to explore and heal, blending cultural depth with contemporary edge.
Popularity
Currently ranked #12124 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Serves humanity with compassion.
Values home and responsibility.
Appears expressive and sociable.
Seeks change and freedom.
Zodiac & Astrology
Scorpio
Matches depth and transformative power.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Channels ancient and transformative energy.
Color Aura
Deep Indigo
Element
Water
Season
Autumn
Gemstone
Obsidian
Spirit Animal
Wolf
Power Word
Wisdom
Energy Type
Water × Autumn
Personality & Traits
Intuitive
Understands unspoken truths.
Mysterious
Holds an air of intrigue.
Wise
Offers profound insights early.
Famous People Named Shaman
Shaman
Contemporary spiritual author
Shaman Rivera
Indigenous rights activist
Shaman in Pop Culture
Shaman
Video game character
Shaman King
Anime series
Historical Events
1700
Shaman term enters European anthropology.
1990
Name appears in baby registries worldwide.
International Variations
Shaman in Different Scripts
Шаман
Cyrillic
شامان
Arabic
シャーマン
Japanese (Katakana)
샤먼
Korean
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Shaman:
Shaman Kai
Shaman River
Shaman Wolf
Shaman Stone
Shaman Sky
Shaman Drake
Shaman Fox
Fun Facts & Trivia
Directly references spiritual leaders.
Gaining use in new age circles.
Evokes ancient traditions.
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Quick Facts
This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.