Tamilselvan
Tamilselvan is a Hindu boy name of Tamil origin, meaning “Treasure of Tamil”.
| Meaning | Treasure of Tamil |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Tamil |
| Written as | தமிழ்செல்வன் |
| Pronunciation | tuh-mizh-SEL-vun |
| Tradition | Hindu, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia |
Meaning and origin of Tamilselvan
Tamilselvan is made of Tamil, the name of the language and people, and selvan, which means 'wealthy one' or 'dear son', from selvam, 'wealth'. Together it is usually read as 'treasure of Tamil' or 'son of Tamil'. It belongs to a group of modern names celebrating the Tamil language, popular with families influenced by the Tamil cultural revival of the twentieth century.
Is Tamilselvan a Hindu name?
Tamilselvan has no specific religious meaning; it expresses pride in Tamil language and culture and is used mostly by Hindu Tamil families.
How popular is Tamilselvan?
Recognised among Tamil communities in India, Sri Lanka and the diaspora.
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Spellings and variants of Tamilselvan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tamilselvan mean?
Tamilselvan means 'Treasure of Tamil'. It is of Tamil origin.
Is Tamilselvan a Hindu name?
Tamilselvan has no specific religious meaning; it expresses pride in Tamil language and culture and is used mostly by Hindu Tamil families.
How do you pronounce Tamilselvan?
Tamilselvan is pronounced tuh-mizh-SEL-vun.
Is Tamilselvan a boy or girl name?
Tamilselvan is usually a boy name.