Mageswaran
Mageswaran is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit, via Tamil origin, meaning “Great Lord, Shiva”.
| Meaning | Great Lord, Shiva |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Tamil |
| Written as | மகேஸ்வரன் |
| Pronunciation | MAH-gays-wuh-run |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Singapore |
Meaning and origin of Mageswaran
Mageswaran is the Tamil form of Sanskrit Maheshvara, made of maha, 'great', and ishvara, 'lord'. Tamil spelling and pronunciation turn the h into a g sound and add the honorific masculine ending -an. Maheshvara is one of the principal titles of Shiva. The name is widely used among Tamils in India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia and Singapore, and is often shortened to Mages.
Is Mageswaran a Hindu name?
The name addresses Shiva as the Great Lord and is especially at home in the Tamil Shaiva tradition.
How popular is Mageswaran?
Common among Tamil families, particularly in Malaysia, Singapore and Sri Lanka.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mageswaran mean?
Mageswaran means 'Great Lord, Shiva'. It is of Sanskrit, via Tamil origin.
Is Mageswaran a Hindu name?
The name addresses Shiva as the Great Lord and is especially at home in the Tamil Shaiva tradition.
How do you pronounce Mageswaran?
Mageswaran is pronounced MAH-gays-wuh-run.
Is Mageswaran a boy or girl name?
Mageswaran is usually a boy name.