Periyasamy
Periyasamy is a Hindu boy name of Tamil origin, meaning “Great lord”.
| Meaning | Great lord |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Tamil |
| Written as | பெரியசாமி |
| Pronunciation | peh-ri-YAA-saa-mee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Singapore |
Meaning and origin of Periyasamy
Periyasamy joins Tamil periya, 'big' or 'great', with samy, 'lord' or 'god', from Sanskrit svami. It is often a name for the chief village deity, and in some families it honours a particular god such as Shiva or Murugan or the eldest guardian deity of a village shrine. The name was traditionally given to boys in rural Tamil Nadu, sometimes in honour of a grandfather, and it remains familiar in Tamil communities worldwide.
Is Periyasamy a Hindu name?
Periyasamy is a Hindu Tamil name honouring a 'great lord', often a village guardian deity or the family's chosen god.
How popular is Periyasamy?
Common among older generations of Tamil men.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Periyasamy mean?
Periyasamy means 'Great lord'. It is of Tamil origin.
Is Periyasamy a Hindu name?
Periyasamy is a Hindu Tamil name honouring a 'great lord', often a village guardian deity or the family's chosen god.
How do you pronounce Periyasamy?
Periyasamy is pronounced peh-ri-YAA-saa-mee.
Is Periyasamy a boy or girl name?
Periyasamy is usually a boy name.