Somasundaram
Somasundaram is a Hindu boy name of Tamil, from Sanskrit origin, meaning “Beautiful lord bearing the moon; Shiva”.
| Meaning | Beautiful lord bearing the moon; Shiva |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Tamil, from Sanskrit |
| Written as | சோமசுந்தரம் |
| Pronunciation | SOH-ma-soon-da-rum |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia |
Meaning and origin of Somasundaram
Somasundaram is the Tamil form of Somasundara, joining Soma, 'the moon', with sundara, 'beautiful'. It is the name of Shiva as he is worshipped in the Meenakshi Amman temple at Madurai, where he is also called Sundareswarar, the 'beautiful lord', husband of Meenakshi. The Tamil Tiruvilaiyadal Puranam recounts sixty-four sacred deeds of Shiva as Somasundara in Madurai. It is a traditional Tamil given name.
Is Somasundaram a Hindu name?
Somasundaram names Shiva as the presiding deity of Madurai, so it carries strong Tamil Shaiva meaning. Families from the Madurai region often choose it.
How popular is Somasundaram?
A traditional name among Tamil Hindus, more typical of older generations.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Somasundaram mean?
Somasundaram means 'Beautiful lord bearing the moon; Shiva'. It is of Tamil, from Sanskrit origin.
Is Somasundaram a Hindu name?
Somasundaram names Shiva as the presiding deity of Madurai, so it carries strong Tamil Shaiva meaning. Families from the Madurai region often choose it.
How do you pronounce Somasundaram?
Somasundaram is pronounced SOH-ma-soon-da-rum.
Is Somasundaram a boy or girl name?
Somasundaram is usually a boy name.