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.

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 natures beauty, strength, and significance in various forms.

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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46 Tamil Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With P

Written by Shikha Thakur, MBA

Edited by Siddharth Kesiraju, MA, Certification in Relationship Coaching

Fact-checked by Praggya Joshi, MA, BEd

Last Updated on Oct 3, 2023

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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
Paran	Boy	Beauty; Glory; Life; Breath; Satisfaction; Foreigner; God as the Supreme Being; The first meal after a fast; Blue; Green
Pintu	Boy	Dot; Full stop; Drop of water; Spot; Mark
Prabhakar	Boy	Light maker
Prasanth	Boy	Calm; Peaceful

Purushothaman	Boy	Most excellent man; Lord Vishnu
Pandi	Boy	Scholar; Learned
Pandian	Boy	A dynasty
Parjanya	Boy	Hindu god of rain
Parmeshwar	Boy	Supreme power
Parthasarathy	Boy	Charioteer of Partha
Pavithran	Boy	Sacred; Pure
Piraichudan	Boy	A person who loves horses
Piraiyalan	Boy	One who rules the Moon
Ponmeni	Boy	He is a precious gem

Ponmudi	Boy	One who wears a crown of gold
Poojan	Boy	Honor; Worship
Poojith	Boy	Honor; Worship
Poovarasan	Boy	A handsome person who is the King of flowers
Poyyamoli	Boy	A smart, pragmatic boy
Pragnesh	Boy	Wise; Intelligent
Prashanth	Boy	Peaceful; Tranquil; Calm; Quite
Pratheesh	Boy	Accept; Greet; Honor; Obey
Prathish	Unisex	Accept; Greet; Honor; Obey
Pravan	Boy	A modest person

Preash	Boy	Loved by God
Premanth	Boy	One who is a great lover
Priyanshu	Boy	Beloved like the moon; First ray of the Sun
Pudhumai	Boy	One with an innovative and creative mind
Pugal	Boy	To have glory or fame
Pugalendhi	Boy	An admirable man who reached glory
Pugalmani	Boy	A greatly admired person
Pugazhal	Boy	One who is famous among men
Pulavan	Boy	One who is like a topaz
Puli	Boy	One who is like a tiger

Pulikesi	Boy	A name of the King
Punachadaiyan	Boy	One who is like the flower plant
Pushparaj	Boy	Flower king; Saffron; Pollen
Pushpavan	Boy	The name of the village
Puvanan	Boy	A sky filled with flowers
Puvarasu	Boy	One who is the ruler of the flowers

Infographic: Top Tamil Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With P

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

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Shikha ThakurMBA

Shikha is a writer-turned-editor at MomJunction, with over seven years of experience in the field of content. Having done a certification in Relationship Coaching, her core interest lies in writing articles that guide couples through their courtship to marriage and parenthood.

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Siddharth KesirajuMA, Certification in Relationship Coaching

Siddharth holds a certification in Relationship Coaching and a masters degree in communication and journalism from the University of Hyderabad. He has around seven years of experience in various fields of writing and editing.

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Praggya JoshiMA, BEd

Praggya Joshi holds a bachelor's degree in Education and a master's in Ancient Indian History from University of Delhi. She has a robust knowledge of literature, society, and ethics. Praggya has been a content writer since 2021, researching and writing on education, health and wellness, and travel.

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