How do Telugu names reflect the family background or heritage?

Telugu names reflect which house one belongs to by drawing from major events that happen in the family. Additionally, names like Vungrala, meaning ‘rings,’ and Pasupaleti, denoting ‘from Pasupaleru,’ may indicate the family occupation or their place of residence. Telugu names are also often followed by a caste suffix, such as Rao, Reddy, Yadav, or Goud.

Are Telugu boy names inspired by nature?

Some Telugu names draw inspiration from nature. A few such names include Aadrik, meaning ‘rising sun between the mountains,’ Anil, meaning ‘wind,’ Gangaadatt, meaning ‘an Asian river,’ and Pushpa, meaning ‘flower.’

Are Telugu boy names compound names?

Telugu boy names use family names before given names and have compound forms to denote who they are and from which house they come. These are followed by the caste suffix.

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34 Telugu Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With A

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Arjan	Boy	From Hadria; Procuring; Earning; Acquiring; Gaining; Golden life
Ashwin	Boy	Possessed of horses; A cavalier; Light
Akhil	Boy	World; Whole; Perfect; Entire; Complete
Advay	Boy	Unique; Without second
Advith	Boy	One who is unique; Without a second
Anand	Boy	Joy; Happiness; Bliss; Delight; Pleasure; Harmony
Amogh	Boy	Lord Ganesh; Unerring; Invincible; That which has no alternative
Adithya	Boy	Sun God; Son of Aditi
Aniketh	Boy	One who has no residence; Homeless; One who is present in everything; Spirit of God; Lord Shiva
Akshath	Boy	Uninjured; Unimpaired; Celibate; Unhusked rice; Lord Shiva

Ananth	Boy	Endless; Infinite; Eternal; Forever; Immortal
Ashok	Boy	Without sorrow
Amrith	Boy	Immortal; Nectar that promises immortality; Food of the Gods
Arjun	Boy	White; Clear; Made of silver; Lustrous; Dazzling
Aadvay	Boy	Unique; Nondual; Without second
Amul	Boy	Priceless; Valuable; Precious; Hope; Radical; Rootless
Archana	Boy	Honoring; Praising
Aadidev	Boy	Vishnu; Lord of the lords; The first deity
Aadrik	Boy	Celestial; From the mountain
Aaloka	Girl	Light; Lustre; Splendour; Glimmer

Aamish	Boy	Boon; Gift; Covet
Aanal	Boy	Fire; From the God of fire
Aaroh	Boy	Rise; Ascend; Elevate
Aarul	Boy	Water; Flow; Bestow
Aarv	Boy	Humming; Thundering; A high number
Aashrit	Boy	Power of Lord Vishnu who has a spear and knife to protect from agni
Aish	Boy	Divine; Supreme; Regal
Ajilesh	Boy	A male Telugu name with an uncertain meaning
Akalesvara	Boy	Lord Shiva; Strength gained through experience, success after test and trials
Akalmash	Boy	Stainless

Akaryatanaya	Boy	Knowledgeable person
Akasmaath	Boy	A Telegu male name with an unknown meaning
Awadh	Boy	One who can never get killed; Indestructible; Irresistible
Akhileshwara	Boy	Supreme being

Infographic: Meaningful Telugu Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With A

If you are ready to embark on the journey to find a meaningful name for your child, check out our infographic below. It shares a list of Telugu Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With A that are elegant and distinct. These options are selected from diverse cultures and languages, offering you the best baby name options worldwide. Scroll through the list to find a suitable name based on your preference and liking.

Telugu Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With A(infographic)

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