Tanmay
Tanmay is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Absorbed, engrossed”.
| Meaning | Absorbed, engrossed |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | तन्मय |
| Pronunciation | TUN-may |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Tanmay
Tanmay comes from Sanskrit tanmaya, literally 'made of that' or 'consisting of that', used to describe someone completely absorbed in what they are doing, such as devotion, music or study. It became a fashionable boys' name in India from the 1980s, especially in Maharashtra and Bengal, where it is spelled Tanmoy. Comedian Tanmay Bhat is a well-known bearer. The same -maya ending appears in related names such as Chinmay, 'full of consciousness'.
Is Tanmay a Hindu name?
In Hindu devotional language, being tanmaya means being wholly absorbed in God, which gives the name a quiet spiritual side.
How popular is Tanmay?
A common modern name for boys in India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tanmay mean?
Tanmay means 'Absorbed, engrossed'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Tanmay a Hindu name?
In Hindu devotional language, being tanmaya means being wholly absorbed in God, which gives the name a quiet spiritual side.
How do you pronounce Tanmay?
Tanmay is pronounced TUN-may.
Is Tanmay a boy or girl name?
Tanmay is usually a boy name.