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Shampa

Girl name · Indian

Meaninglightning · Bengali

Shampa is an Indian girl name meaning “lightning”, with Bengali roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.

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  • Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Shampa would score 13 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
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Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Shampa

Shampa is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “lightning”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Shampa at school.

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Questions about the name Shampa

What does the name Shampa mean?

Shampa means “lightning” and comes from Bengali. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Damini (“lightning”) and Kallik (“possibly lightning”).

What is the origin of the name Shampa?

Shampa is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Bengali. Other Indian names to consider are Maya (“illusion”), Lyla (“night”), Arya (“noble”) and Kali (“black”).

Is Shampa a boy or girl name?

Shampa is a girl name.

What names are similar to Shampa?

If you like Shampa, you might also like Damini and Kallik.

What should I know before naming my baby Shampa?

Shampa is an Indian girl name meaning “lightning”, with Bengali roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.