Discover and Shortlist Your Perfect Baby Names!
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kunalendran | Kunalendran: Tamil name meaning "charismatic leader" or "brave ruler." | Tamil | Boy | |
| Kunjithapatham Pillai | Kunjithapatham Pillai: Unique Tamil name reflecting cultural heritage and significance. | Tamil | Boy | |
| Kunnakudi | Kunnakudi: Tamil origin, meaning "hill" or "elevated place." | Tamil | Unisex | |
| Laalamani | Laalamani means "ruby gemstone," symbolizing beauty and cultural significance. | Tamil | Girl | |
| Lakshnah | Lakshnah: Tamil name meaning elegance, grace; unique and feminine choice. | Tamil | Girl | |
| lalane | Lalane means "the one who brings joy"; origin is unknown. | American, Arabic, Armenian, Biblical, Cherokee, Christian, English, Indian, Native American, Persian, Spanish, Tamil, Urdu | Either | |
| Lasantha | Lasantha means "bringer of light," originating from Sri Lanka. | Sri Lankan, Tamil | Unisex | |
| Laxmanan | Laxmanan: Tamil name meaning "belonging to Laxman," culturally significant. | Tamil | Boy | |
| Lekshana | Lekshana: Tamil name meaning "symbol," gaining popularity among Tamil speakers. | Tamil | Girl | |
| Lelé | Lelé means "to be joyful"; originates from African cultures. | American, Amharic, Arabic, Armenian, Biblical, Cherokee, Chinese, Dakota, Hawaiian, Indian, Japanese, Maori, Persian, Punjabi, Spanish, Tamil, Urdu, Vietnamese | Either | |
| LiLi | LiLi means "lily" in Chinese; symbolizes purity and beauty. | Amharic, Arabic, Armenian, Chinese, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Japanese, Persian, Sanskrit, Tamil | Girl | |
| Lochanaa | Lochanaa: Tamil name meaning "bright eyes," gaining popularity for girls. | Tamil | Girl | |
| Luxmy | Luxmy is a Tamil name meaning "goddess Lakshmi," symbolizing prosperity. | Tamil | Girl | |
| Maanicka | Maanicka: Tamil name meaning "ruby," symbolizing beauty and prosperity. | Tamil | Boy | |
| Maathu | Maathu: Tamil name meaning "knowledge," associated with feminine heritage. | Tamil | Girl | |
| Madhan | Madhan: Tamil name meaning "handsome," associated with males, culturally significant. | Tamil | Boy | |
| Madhumith | Madhumith: Tamil name meaning "sweet person," gaining popularity among parents. | Tamil | Girl | |
| Madura | Madura: Tamil name meaning "sweet," gaining popularity for daughters globally. | Tamil | Girl | |
| Mahendran | Mahendran means "great king," is Tamil, and culturally significant. | Tamil | Boy | |
| Mahishwaran | Mahishwaran: Tamil name meaning "lord of the buffalo," symbolizes strength. | Tamil | Boy | |
| Malathy | Malathy: Tamil name meaning "jasmine flower," elegant and culturally significant. | Tamil | Girl | |
| Mama | Mama means mother; originates from various languages, expressing nurturing affection. | Amharic, Arabic, Aramaic, Biblical, Hebrew, Hindi, Islamic, Latin, Persian, Sanskrit, Tamil, Urdu | Unisex | |
| Mango | Mango is a unique, gender-neutral name inspired by the fruit. | Tamil | Unisex | |
| Mani Vannan | Mani Vannan: Tamil name symbolizing strength, leadership, and prosperity. | Tamil | Boy | |
| Manickaa | Manickaa: Tamil name meaning "precious stone," rich cultural significance. | Tamil | Boy | |
| Manimekala | Manimekala: Tamil name meaning "woman adorned with jewels," elegant choice. | Tamil | Girl | |
| Manimekalai | Manimekalai: Tamil name meaning "woman adorned with gems," culturally significant. | Tamil | Girl | |
| Manithan | Manithan, a Tamil name, means "human" and symbolizes compassion. | Tamil | Boy | |
| Manivanan | Manivanan means "king of love," rooted in Tamil culture. | Tamil | Boy | |
| Manivannar | Manivannar: Tamil name meaning "handsome like a gem," traditionally male. | Tamil | Boy |
