Deivanayagam
Deivanayagam is a Hindu boy name of Tamil origin, meaning “Divine lord”.
| Meaning | Divine lord |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Tamil |
| Written as | தெய்வநாயகம் |
| Pronunciation | thay-vuh-NAH-yuh-gum |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Singapore |
Meaning and origin of Deivanayagam
Deivanayagam joins the Tamil deivam, 'god' or 'the divine', with nayagam, 'leader' or 'lord', so it means 'the divine lord'. It is a traditional Tamil name and is also used as a title for God in temple worship, particularly for Vishnu. Like many long Tamil names, it is often shortened in daily use. It is more common among older generations in Tamil Nadu and Sri Lanka than among babies today.
Is Deivanayagam a Hindu name?
Deivanayagam is a Hindu name; Deivanayaga Perumal is the name of Vishnu at a Divya Desam temple near Sirkazhi in Tamil Nadu.
How popular is Deivanayagam?
A traditional Tamil name, more common among older generations.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Deivanayagam mean?
Deivanayagam means 'Divine lord'. It is of Tamil origin.
Is Deivanayagam a Hindu name?
Deivanayagam is a Hindu name; Deivanayaga Perumal is the name of Vishnu at a Divya Desam temple near Sirkazhi in Tamil Nadu.
How do you pronounce Deivanayagam?
Deivanayagam is pronounced thay-vuh-NAH-yuh-gum.
Is Deivanayagam a boy or girl name?
Deivanayagam is usually a boy name.