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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31 Telugu Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With P

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Priyansh	Boy	The dearest part; Part of one's beloved
Pradeep	Boy	Light; Lantern
Praveen	Boy	A person who is an expert in something
Prakash	Boy	Light; Brightness; Shining
Prem	Boy	One who gives love and affection to others
Prathik	Boy	One who is a symbol
Pavan	Girl	Purification; Breeze
Prabhakar	Boy	Light maker
Prasanth	Boy	Calm; Peaceful
Punith	Boy	Innocent; Pure; Clean; Flawless; Purified

Parjanya	Boy	Hindu god of rain
Parmeshwar	Boy	Supreme power
Pavithran	Boy	Sacred; Pure
Poojan	Boy	Honor; Worship
Poojith	Boy	Honor; Worship
Pragnesh	Boy	Wise; Intelligent
Prajai	Boy	One who is a citizen; A civilian
Prajay	Boy	Success; Victorious
Prajeeth	Boy	Successful; Victorious
Prakat	Boy	A manifested, demonstrated, revealed person

Prakhyat	Boy	A famous individual
Pranad	Boy	Another name of Lord Vishnu and Lord Brahma
Prathapa	Boy	One who is dignified; Courageous
Prayadarshi	Boy	A person that everybody likes
Predesh	Boy	A place; Province; State
Privrata	Boy	Satarupa's son
Priyanshu	Boy	Beloved like the moon; First ray of the Sun
Pulakesh	Boy	A joyous, happy, and cheerful person
Purnanada	Boy	A god-like individual
Purnayan	Boy	One who is born full of his parents traits

Pushyamitra	Boy	One who is the friend of the best person

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

Your baby is your most precious gift, and their name should reflect the same. You can take inspiration from languages, cultures, or even your favorite letter when looking for the perfect baby name. The most important thing is that it should feel right to you. In this infographic, we have listed the best Telugu Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With P. Look at the options below and find one that suits your baby the most.

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

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