Kalai
Kalai is a Hindu unisex name of Tamil origin, meaning “Art”.
| Meaning | Art |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Tamil |
| Written as | கலை |
| Pronunciation | kuh-LYE |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Singapore |
Meaning and origin of Kalai
Kalai is the Tamil word for art or skill, related to the Sanskrit kala. It appears in many Tamil compound names such as Kalaiselvi, 'daughter of the arts', for girls and Kalaiarasan, 'king of the arts', for boys, and it is also used on its own. The word was used in titles given to great performers, such as Kalaimamani, a Tamil Nadu state award.
Is Kalai a Hindu name?
Kalai is a Tamil cultural name; the arts are associated with the goddess Saraswati, but the name itself is not a deity name.
How popular is Kalai?
Used among Tamil speakers, more often in compound names than on its own.
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Spellings and variants of Kalai
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kalai mean?
Kalai means 'Art'. It is of Tamil origin.
Is Kalai a Hindu name?
Kalai is a Tamil cultural name; the arts are associated with the goddess Saraswati, but the name itself is not a deity name.
How do you pronounce Kalai?
Kalai is pronounced kuh-LYE.
Is Kalai a boy or girl name?
Kalai is used for both boys and girls.