Meaning & Lineage
Meaning: Raised by shakunta birds; mother of Bharata
Deity Association
Heroine
Era
Ancient
Associated Scripture
Mahabharata, Abhijnanashakuntalam
Rashi
Kanya
Nakshatra
Hasta
Numerology
4
Lucky Colour
Green
Lucky Number
5
Why Was This Name Given?
The forest-maiden of Kalidasa's celebrated play, mother of Bharata.
The Story
Shakuntala — The forest-maiden of Kalidasa's celebrated play, mother of Bharata.
Numerology: 4 · Rashi: Kanya · Nakshatra: Hasta · Lucky Colour: Green · Scripture: Mahabharata, Abhijnanashakuntalam
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Shakuntala mean?
Raised by shakunta birds; mother of Bharata.
Which scripture is Shakuntala associated with?
Associated with Mahabharata, Abhijnanashakuntalam.