Shree
Shree (श्री) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “Auspicious; the divine prefix; Lakshmi”. Find pronunciation, origin, deity association, popularity and similar Hindu baby names.
Shree (श्री) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “Auspicious; the divine prefix; Lakshmi”. Find pronunciation, origin, deity association, popularity and similar Hindu baby names.
Shree (श्री, IAST: śrī) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “Auspicious; the divine prefix; Lakshmi”. The most ancient Sanskrit honorific — auspiciousness, beauty, the very name of Lakshmi.
Meaning, etymology & significance
Shree (श्री) is one of the most ancient and most charged words in the Sanskrit lexicon. It functions simultaneously as a noun meaning "auspiciousness, beauty, prosperity, glory"; as the proper name of the goddess Lakshmi (Shri Devi); and as the universal honorific prefix added before sacred names (Shri Rama, Shri Krishna, Shri Bhagavan).
The Sri Suktam, one of the great Vedic hymns to Lakshmi, names Shri as the very embodiment of dharmic abundance. To bear the name Shree as one's own is unusually weighty — it is to bear the name that is otherwise used as a prefix of reverence.
In South India the name Shree is used for both boys and girls (often with the slight spelling variation Sri for boys, Shri for girls); in the North it tends more often to be a girl's name. As a boy's name it carries the implicit gendering of "Shri-as-honorific" rather than "Shri-as-Lakshmi."
Pronunciation: SHREE. Pair with longer Vaishnava surnames where the single-syllable name balances naturally.
Astrology — nakshatra & rashi
By the standard Vedic correspondence between the first syllable of a name and the lunar mansion (nakshatra), Shree aligns with the Hasta nakshatra, under the Kanya rashi (Moon sign).
Similar names
Hindu names with a similar feel or meaning include: Shri, Shrinath, Shreyas. Each is a distinct choice with its own etymology — explore them on their own pages for fuller context.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Shree mean?
Shree ( श्री , IAST: śrī ) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “Auspicious; the divine prefix; Lakshmi” . The most ancient Sanskrit honorific — auspiciousness, beauty, the very name of Lakshmi.
Is Shree a good Hindu baby name?
Yes — it is a traditional Hindu name with an auspicious meaning, suitable for a baby and rooted in Sanatana Dharma values.
What is the origin of the name Shree?
It has Sanskrit/Hindu origins; its roots, deity association and significance are detailed above.
Are there variations or similar names to Shree?
Related and similarly-themed Hindu names, along with their meanings, are listed in the guide above to help you choose.
Shree — Name Facts
- Meaning
- Auspicious; the divine prefix; Lakshmi
- Gender
- Hindu boy name
- Nakshatra
- Hasta
- Rashi
- Kanya (Virgo)
- Numerology
- 2
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shree mean?
Shree is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy name meaning “Auspicious; the divine prefix; Lakshmi”.
Is Shree a boy or girl name?
Shree is traditionally a Hindu boy name.
Which nakshatra and rashi suit the name Shree?
By the first-syllable rule of Vedic naming, Shree aligns with the Hasta nakshatra, under the Kanya (Virgo) rashi.
What is the numerology number of Shree?
The Chaldean name number of Shree is 2.
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