Arul
Arul is a Hindu boy name of Tamil origin, meaning “Grace, divine mercy”.
| Meaning | Grace, divine mercy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Tamil |
| Written as | அருள் |
| Pronunciation | uh-ROOL |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Singapore |
Meaning and origin of Arul
Arul is a pure Tamil word meaning grace, kindness or compassion, often used of the grace a deity bestows. It runs through Tamil devotional poetry and appears in many names and titles, such as Arulmozhi, the given name of the Chola king Rajaraja I. Tamil Christians also use the word for God's grace, so Arul appears among both Hindu and Christian Tamil families.
Is Arul a Hindu name?
Arul is central to Tamil Shaiva and Vaishnava devotion, where the god's arul is what frees the devotee; Tamil Christians use it in the same sense of divine grace.
How popular is Arul?
Familiar among Tamil-speaking families in Tamil Nadu, Sri Lanka and the Tamil diaspora.
Gifts with the name Arul
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Spellings and variants of Arul
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Arul mean?
Arul means 'Grace, divine mercy'. It is of Tamil origin.
Is Arul a Hindu name?
Arul is central to Tamil Shaiva and Vaishnava devotion, where the god's arul is what frees the devotee; Tamil Christians use it in the same sense of divine grace.
How do you pronounce Arul?
Arul is pronounced uh-ROOL.
Is Arul a boy or girl name?
Arul is usually a boy name.