188 Traditional Tamil Boy Names With Meanings

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Tamil is an ancient language with dynamic cultural and historical folklore emerging from the ancient Dravidian region of Tamilakam. Tamil boy names depicting courage, chivalry, romance, and natural beauty offer a peek into the depths of this culture and its unique naming convention. The linguistic heritage, inherent native culture, religious beliefs, festivities, traditional art forms, and classic literature influence these names. Since ancient times, the Tamils have followed the naming conventions of keeping the father’s given name ahead of the personal name and no surname (1).

In the past, the five components of a name are the official title, dynastic name, distinctive trait, proper name, and name of an appellate or ritual. Over time, these names followed the format of keeping a topographic or toponymic name first, followed by the patronym, the personal name, and the caste or clan name. However, with globalization, patronyms have become suffixes while place and caste names have become rare. Mostly, Tamil boy names are inclined towards mythological figures, deities, rulers, and natural elements. Some of these names include Aadhiseshan, Ezhillovian, Kotravan, Pugalendhi and Vetri.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Jai	Boy	Victory; Supplanter; Healer
Hardin	Boy	Brave; Strong; Hardy; Valley of the hare; Affectionate
Josh	Boy	Jehovah is salvation; Pleasure; Satisfaction; Enthusiasm
Nikhil	Boy	Perfect; Complete; Whole; All-inclusive; Intact
Arjan	Boy	From Hadria; Procuring; Earning; Acquiring; Gaining; Golden life
Yuvan	Boy	Youthful; God is gracious
Ashwin	Boy	Possessed of horses; A cavalier; Light
Aadvik	Boy	Unique
Kavin	Boy	Beautiful and handsome man; Beauty; Grace; Fairness
Anirudh	Boy	Uncontrolled; Unrestrained; Without Obstacles; Ungovernable; Grandson of Lord Krishna

Advay	Boy	Unique; Without second
Advith	Boy	One who is unique; Without a second
Anand	Boy	Joy; Happiness; Bliss; Delight; Pleasure; Harmony
Adithya	Boy	Sun God; Son of Aditi
Sanjay	Boy	Completely victorious; Triumphant
Sandip	Boy	Blazing; Lamp
Priyansh	Boy	The dearest part; Part of one's beloved
Kavan	Boy	Poem and water; Handsome
Kanin	Boy	Little ancient one; Rabbit; The one who is to be seen
Gautham	Boy	Enlightened; Wise; The best of cattle

Mohan	Boy	Charming; Infatuating; Bewitching
Sriram	Boy	Lord rama
Shyam	Boy	Dark blue; Black; Hindu god Krishna
Ahamed	Boy	Most praiseworthy; Most commendable
Akilan	Boy	Fearless, intelligent, beautiful
Vijay	Unisex	Victory
Aadhiran	Boy	Leader; King
Sarath	Boy	Autumn
Devam	Unisex	Divine; Celestial; Supreme presence; Shining
Nithin	Boy	Guidance; Moral conduct

Aadhavan	Boy	Sun
Abishek	Boy	Ritual; Anointing
Het	Boy	Love; Adore; Care for
Pradeep	Boy	Light; Lantern
Revanth	Boy	Horse rider; Brilliant; Wealthy; Opulent; Splendid; Handsome; Son of Lord Surya
Praveen	Boy	A person who is an expert in something
Santhosh	Boy	Happy; Satisfaction; Contentment
Skanda	Boy	Hopping; Spurting; Spilling; Hindu god of war
Krunal	Boy	One who is a Constant Companion; Compassionate; Kind to others
Vidharth	Boy	Protector

Yashas	Boy	Fame; Glory; Splendid; Worthy; Praise; Excellent
Ishay	Unisex	Refresh; Strengthen; Animate
Jayanth	Boy	Victorious star; Son of Indra
Dinesh	Boy	God of the day; Another name for the sun God
Keeran	Boy	Stands by his principles
Mahesh	Boy	A great ruler; One who is supreme
Prakash	Boy	Light; Brightness; Shining
Prem	Boy	One who gives love and affection to others
Prathik	Boy	One who is a symbol
Shankar	Boy	Lord Shiva; Maker; Auspicious

Akam	Boy	Striking power; Love; Inner life
Ajith	Boy	Invincible; Unconquerable
Ananth	Boy	Endless; Infinite; Eternal; Forever; Immortal
Ashok	Boy	Without sorrow
Amrith	Boy	Immortal; Nectar that promises immortality; Food of the Gods
Dishan	Boy	One with sacred knowledge; An ibex
Dhanush	Boy	Bow; Armed with a bow
Harshith	Boy	Happy; Joyous; Cheerful
Nirmal	Boy	Clean; Pure
Hemanth	Boy	Winter

Kethan	Boy	Home; Pure gold; He who ruins; Constable of a castle; Captain
Suriya	Girl	Sun
Lohith	Boy	Red; Mars; Blood; Copper; Battle; Saffron
Manish	Boy	Thought; Wisdom
Ketan	Boy	Home; Pure gold; He who ruins
Magilan	Boy	Strength, determination, and intelligence
Lakshman	Boy	One with lucky marks; Fortunate; Focused
Nimalan	Boy	Winking; The act of blinking one's eyes; Lord Murugan
Kishore	Boy	Colt
Krishnan	Boy	Dark or black; All-attractive

Ramesh	Boy	God of Lord Rama
Nishanth	Boy	One who ends the dark night; Dawn
Nithilan	Boy	Forehead; Guidance; Moral conduct
Nish	Boy	Night
Manoj	Boy	One who is born of the mind
Vignesh	Boy	God of knowledge and wisdom
Srinivas	Boy	Abode of wealth
Venkat	Unisex	One who removes sins; Lord Vishnu
Aadalarasan	Boy	Attraction; One who attracts with his dance; One of the many Lord Shiva's names in Tamil
Aadalarasu	Boy	The king of dance in Tamil; Lord Shiva's name as Nataraja who is considered the Lord of Dance

Aadhikesavan	Boy	One who is Ideal for Others
Aadhimulam	Boy	One who is the beginning of everything; The source cause of everything
Aadhiseshan	Boy	Anyone; It is also considered as one of many names of Lord Vishnu
Aadhishankar	Boy	Sri Shankaracharya; Founder of Adwaitha philosophy; A name formed after Lord Shiva as Shankar
Chandrasekhar	Boy	Crown of the moon
Prabhakar	Boy	Light maker
Aadimoolan	Boy	Dominant; Supreme
Aaghosh	Boy	To embrace; Lapped
Aahlad	Boy	one who is happy, cheerful, and full of joy
Aalavandan	Boy	The writing; Something Majestic

Aandi	Boy	Other name of Lord Murugan
Aarajesh	Boy	The One who is the God of kings
Aasharya	Boy	the Son of the Sun
Aatamgosh	Boy	The inner light or soul
Aatbodh	Boy	another name of lord Brahma
Aatmabandu	Boy	One who is a friend of his own
Aatmavash	Boy	One who is self-controlled
Aatmagupta	Boy	One who is self-protected
Abeeth	Boy	A person who has practical and trustworthy personality
Ajinth	Boy	A Tamil name for boys

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Tamil boy names have evolved from complex multi-component forms to incorporating topographic and patronymic elements. While globalization has simplified these conventions, Tamil names still draw inspiration from mythology, deities, rulers, and nature. These names allow you to express your child’s characteristics, social standing, skills, talents, and attractive features. Our collection gives you a glimpse into these unique and meaningful names and the stories behind them, ensuring your little prince carries a piece of this ancient legacy.

Infographic: Popular Tamil Names For Boys

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Does religion influence Tamil baby boy names?

Tamil boy names are often influenced by religion, reflecting the cultural and spiritual heritage of the Tamil-speaking population. Many Tamil names are derived from Hinduism, which is the predominant religion among Tamils. These names frequently reference Hindu deities, epic heroes, and significant religious concepts. For instance, Vignesh, means ‘God of knowledge and wisdom,’ Mathu, meaning ‘gift of God,’ Mayilsami, meaning ‘another name for Lord Murugan,’ or Vannia, meaning ‘gift of God.’ Overall, the influence of religion on Tamil boy names is significant, reflecting the diverse religious practices and beliefs within the Tamil community.

2. What are some Tamil baby boy names inspired by nature?

Tamil boy names derived from nature are quite common and often reflect the beauty and significance of the natural world. For instance, Puvanan, refers to ‘a sky filled with flowers,’ Nidhulan, meaning ‘a clean and spotless pearl,’ or Meganathan, translating to ‘king of the clouds.’ These names highlight the deep connection between Tamil culture and the natural world, celebrating nature's beauty, strength, and significance in various forms.

3. What are some Tamil boy names that are compound names?

Tamil baby names often combine elements that reflect cultural, religious, or familial values. These compound names consist of two or more parts, each carrying its significance. For example, the name Ramasamy is made up of Rama, signifying Lord Rama, and samy, meaning 'lord' or 'master.' Similarly, Balasubramaniam combines Balu, meaning 'young,' and Subramaniam, referring to Lord Murugan. These names showcase the rich linguistic and cultural heritage of Tamil society, often holding deep religious significance and complex meanings.

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