Muthu
Muthu is a Hindu boy name of Tamil origin, meaning “Pearl”.
| Meaning | Pearl |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Tamil |
| Written as | முத்து |
| Pronunciation | MOOT-thoo |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia |
Meaning and origin of Muthu
Muthu is the Tamil word for 'pearl', related to Sanskrit mukta. The Tamil coast near Thoothukudi was famous for pearl diving since ancient times, and pearls appear often in Tamil poetry. The word is used alone as a name and very often as the first element of compounds such as Muthukumar or Muthulakshmi. It is also a widely used affectionate nickname, and was the title of a popular 1995 Rajinikanth film.
Is Muthu a Hindu name?
Muthu is a Tamil word name with no direct deity link, used mainly by Hindu families, and often combined with the names of gods and goddesses.
How popular is Muthu?
Common among Tamil speakers, both as a name and as part of longer names.
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Spellings and variants of Muthu
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Muthu mean?
Muthu means 'Pearl'. It is of Tamil origin.
Is Muthu a Hindu name?
Muthu is a Tamil word name with no direct deity link, used mainly by Hindu families, and often combined with the names of gods and goddesses.
How do you pronounce Muthu?
Muthu is pronounced MOOT-thoo.
Is Muthu a boy or girl name?
Muthu is usually a boy name.