Shaurya is a beautiful Indian baby name for a boy with Sanskrit origins. Bravery; heroism.

What does Shaurya mean?

Shaurya (शौर्य) derives from Sanskrit sura (hero, god) and means 'bravery', 'heroism', or 'valour'. It is one of the most celebrated virtues in Hindu ethics — the Shaurya Vir Chakra is India's third-highest military honour, awarded for acts of bravery in peacetime.

Why Indian families love Shaurya

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Name details

• Meaning: Bravery; heroism
• Origin: Sanskrit
• Gender: Boy
• Starting letter: S

Famous people named Shaurya

• Shaurya Vir Chakra — India's third-highest wartime military honour — the name is directly linked to the spirit of bravery and national pride.

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