ஈஸ்வரன்

Easwaran

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Easwaran is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit, via Tamil origin, meaning “Supreme lord; Shiva”.

MeaningSupreme lord; Shiva
GenderBoy
OriginSanskrit, via Tamil
Written asஈஸ்வரன்
PronunciationEES-wuh-run
TraditionHindu
Used inIndia, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Singapore

Meaning and origin of Easwaran

Easwaran is the Tamil and Malayalam form of the Sanskrit Īśvara, 'lord, supreme ruler', with the Tamil masculine ending -an. In South India Eswaran or Easwaran most often refers to Shiva. The spiritual teacher Eknath Easwaran, known for his translations of the Bhagavad Gita, carried the name to a wide international audience.

Is Easwaran a Hindu name?

Easwaran is a Hindu name. Ishvara is the general word for God as personal lord, and in Tamil devotion it usually means Shiva.

How popular is Easwaran?

Used among Tamil and Malayali families, more among older generations.

Gifts with the name Easwaran

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Spellings and variants of Easwaran

EswaranIswaranEshwar

Names similar to Easwaran

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Easwaran mean?

Easwaran means 'Supreme lord; Shiva'. It is of Sanskrit, via Tamil origin.

Is Easwaran a Hindu name?

Easwaran is a Hindu name. Ishvara is the general word for God as personal lord, and in Tamil devotion it usually means Shiva.

How do you pronounce Easwaran?

Easwaran is pronounced EES-wuh-run.

Is Easwaran a boy or girl name?

Easwaran is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.