Manikandan
Manikandan is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit, via Tamil and Malayalam origin, meaning “One with a bell at his neck”.
| Meaning | One with a bell at his neck |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Tamil and Malayalam |
| Written as | மணிகண்டன் |
| Pronunciation | MUH-ni-kun-dun |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia |
Meaning and origin of Manikandan
Manikandan combines mani, 'bell' or 'jewel', with kantha, 'neck', and is the childhood name of Ayyappan, the deity of the Sabarimala temple in Kerala. According to legend, the infant was found by the king of Pandalam wearing a bell around his neck, and so was named Manikandan. The name is very popular in Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
Is Manikandan a Hindu name?
Manikandan is a direct name of Ayyappan, son of Shiva and Vishnu in his Mohini form, so it is chosen as a devotional name, especially by pilgrims to Sabarimala.
How popular is Manikandan?
Common in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, especially among men born in the late twentieth century.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Manikandan mean?
Manikandan means 'One with a bell at his neck'. It is of Sanskrit, via Tamil and Malayalam origin.
Is Manikandan a Hindu name?
Manikandan is a direct name of Ayyappan, son of Shiva and Vishnu in his Mohini form, so it is chosen as a devotional name, especially by pilgrims to Sabarimala.
How do you pronounce Manikandan?
Manikandan is pronounced MUH-ni-kun-dun.
Is Manikandan a boy or girl name?
Manikandan is usually a boy name.