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Origin: Sanskrit

Meaning: To praise or compose in verse; Verse; Hymn of praise

You’ll be singing baby’s praises before they’ve even arrived with a name like Shlok. Thought to be a masculine moniker of Sanskrit origins, Shlok means “to praise or compose in verse,” “verse,” and “hymn of praise.” Baby Shlok may be inspired to put pen to paper, writing melodies in adoration of those they look up to. Whether or not their sentiments are in stanzas or text messages, you will know baby Shlok loves you just as much as you do them.