Tamal
Tamal is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “A dark-barked tree”.
| Meaning | A dark-barked tree |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | তমাল |
| Pronunciation | TAW-maal |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Tamal
Tamal comes from Sanskrit tamala, a tree with very dark bark and leaves, often identified with Garcinia species. In Bengali Vaishnava poetry the dark tamala tree is linked to Krishna, whose complexion it resembles, and Radha is said to have embraced a tamal tree in longing for him. The name is used mainly in West Bengal and Bangladesh.
Is Tamal a Hindu name?
Tamal is used by Bengali Hindu families and carries a Vaishnava association with Lord Krishna through the dark tamala tree.
How popular is Tamal?
A traditional Bengali boy's name.
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Spellings and variants of Tamal
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tamal mean?
Tamal means 'A dark-barked tree'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Tamal a Hindu name?
Tamal is used by Bengali Hindu families and carries a Vaishnava association with Lord Krishna through the dark tamala tree.
How do you pronounce Tamal?
Tamal is pronounced TAW-maal.
Is Tamal a boy or girl name?
Tamal is usually a boy name.