Shilpa

Shilpa is a female given name of Indian origin. Derived from the Sanskrit word shilpa, meaning craft, artistry, or sculpture, the name connotes refinement and artistry.

In many Indian languages, Shilpa is used across communities and regions, and is common among the Indian diaspora. The name gained international recognition in part due to public figures such as the Indian actress Shilpa Shetty Kundra, whose prominence rose in the 1990s and after her 2007 win on Big Brother, which increased awareness of the name outside India.

Other notable bearers include Shilpa Shirodkar, an Indian actress; Shilpa Anand, an Indian television actress also credited as Shilpa Anand; Shilpa Rao, a playback singer; and Shilpa Tulaskar, a film and television actress. These individuals illustrate the name’s use across Indian cinema, television, and music.

Related names include Shilpi, a variant associated with craft or sculpture. The name remains common in India and among South Asian communities worldwide, continuing to be chosen for its cultural resonance and associations with artistry.