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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28 Telugu Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With S

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Sachin	Boy	True; Real
Shivin	Boy	Auspicious; Dear; Favorable
Sanjay	Boy	Completely victorious; Triumphant
Sandip	Boy	Blazing; Lamp
Sriram	Boy	Lord rama
Shyam	Boy	Dark blue; Black; Hindu god Krishna
Satish	Boy	Ruler; Lord of Sati; Truthfulness
Sarath	Boy	Autumn
Sanjeev	Boy	Giving life; Reviving
Saikrishna	Unisex	Saint; Master; Lord; Lord Krishna; An incarnation of Lord Vishnu

Santhosh	Boy	Happy; Satisfaction; Contentment
Shankar	Boy	Lord Shiva; Maker; Auspicious
Siva	Boy	Benign; Kind; Auspicious; Gracious
Sanjiv	Boy	Living; Reviving
Sairam	Boy	Saint; Beautiful
Srihari	Boy	One who brings wealth and prosperity; Belonging to Lord Vishnu
Sreeram	Unisex	Lord Ram
Srinivas	Boy	Abode of wealth
Sushanth	Unisex	Quiet; Calm; Peaceful; Placid
Sumanth	Boy	Good-natured; Friendly

Saju	Boy	Travelling; Wanderer
Saravana	Boy	Clump of reeds
Saravanan	Boy	Clump of reeds
Shashidhar	Boy	The moon; Holding; Bearing
Shesha	Boy	King of serpents; Remains; Residue
Sudhir	Boy	Wise;Considerate; Very good
Swaran	Boy	Good color; Golden
Sudheer	Boy	Good; Wise; Considerate

Infographic: Attractive Telugu Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With S

Telugu Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With S are significant and exquisite. They carry an inherent sense of charm that's almost impossible to ignore. Our infographic below shares several options that fit diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Explore the list and pick a name that resonates with you. Remember, your baby's name is integral to their identity, so choose a name that best complements their personality.

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

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