Tamil names are deeply rooted in Dravidian culture and influenced by Hindu traditions and Tamil literature. Names like Arul (grace) and Priya (beloved) carry meanings tied to spirituality, virtues, and familial bonds. These names reflect the linguistic richness and cultural heritage of Tamil Nadu and its global diaspora.
| Name | Meaning | Origins | Gender | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suthan | Suthan: Tamil name meaning "lord," associated with males, culturally significant. | Tamil | Boy | |
| Sutharsan | Sutharsan: Tamil name meaning noble, virtuous; primarily male association. | Tamil | Boy | |
| Swamikannu Mudaliar | Swamikannu Mudaliar: Unique Tamil name with cultural significance and heritage. | Tamil | Boy | |
| Swamikannu Pillai | Swamikannu Pillai: traditional Tamil name symbolizing wisdom, leadership, respect. | Tamil | Boy | |
| Swaminathan | Swaminathan: Tamil name meaning "lord of lords," culturally significant. | Tamil | Boy | |
| Swaminathar | Swaminathar: Tamil name meaning "Lord of the Gods," rare and meaningful. | Tamil | Boy | |
| tamie | Tamie means "twin" in Japanese; derived from the name Tamiko. | American, Hebrew, Japanese, Tamil | Female | |
| Tamile | Tamile: Tamil name symbolizing pride, heritage, identity; culturally significant. | Tamil | Unisex | |
| Tamill | Tamill is a unisex name rooted in Tamil culture and heritage. | Tamil | Unisex | |
| Tan | Tan means "to expand" in Chinese; also a surname. | Tamil | Unisex | |
| Taniyan | Taniyan: Tamil name meaning "praised," gaining popularity among Tamil speakers. | Tamil | Boy | |
| Tanu | Tanu means "body" in Sanskrit; originates from Indian culture and language. | Indian, Sanskrit, Tamil | Girl | |
| Tanujithran | Tanujithran: Tamil name meaning "son of the earth," culturally significant. | Tamil | Boy | |
| Taranya | Taranya: Tamil name meaning "beautiful eyes," elegant and melodious. | Tamil | Girl | |
| Tati | Tati: diminutive of Tatiana, meaning "fairy queen," of Russian origin. | Amharic, Arabic, Armenian, Biblical, Greek, Hindi, Persian, Sanskrit, Tamil | Girl | |
| tera | Tera means "earth" in Latin; derived from Greek "terra." | American, Biblical, Greek, Hebrew, Indian, Japanese, Persian, Sanskrit, Tamil | Female | |
| Thalaivar Rajinikanth | Thalaivar Rajinikanth symbolizes leadership, charisma, and cultural significance in cinema. | Tamil | Boy | |
| Thanjai | Thanjai means "gift" in Tamil; originates from Tamil Nadu, India. | Tamil | Unisex | |
| Tharunika | Tharunika: Tamil name meaning "youthful," significant in Tamil culture. | Tamil | Girl | |
| Theena | Theena: Tamil name meaning "divine," associated with femininity and culture. | Tamil | Girl | |
| Thilaga | Thilaga: Tamil name meaning "blessed," associated with femininity and culture. | Tamil | Girl | |
| Thilak | Thilak: Tamil name meaning "sacred mark," culturally significant and unique. | Tamil | Boy | |
| Thilaka | Thilaka: Tamil name meaning "mark," culturally significant for females. | Tamil | Girl | |
| Thilakavathy | Thilakavathy: Tamil name symbolizing auspiciousness, purity, and cultural significance. | Tamil | Girl | |
| Thiyan | Thiyan: Unique Tamil name meaning "devoted follower of Lord Shiva." | Tamil | Boy | |
| Thurka | Thurka: Tamil name meaning "blessed," elegant, and culturally significant. | Tamil | Girl | |
| Tiaura | Tiaura: Unique name, possibly derived from Tia and aura meanings. | American, Arabic, Armenian, Biblical, Cherokee, Christian, English, Indian, Latin, Native American, Persian, Spanish, Tamil, Turkish, Urdu | Female | |
| TR Silambarasan | TR Silambarasan is a popular Tamil name meaning "good character." | Tamil | Boy | |
| Uma | Uma means "bright" or "splendor," associated with goddess Parvati. | Tamil | Unisex | |
| Vadivelu | Vadivelu means "one who holds a sword and a spear." | Tamil | Boy |