Vijayakumar
Vijayakumar is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit, used in Tamil origin, meaning “Son of victory; victorious prince”.
| Meaning | Son of victory; victorious prince |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, used in Tamil |
| Written as | விஜயகுமார் |
| Pronunciation | vih-juh-yuh-koo-MAAR |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia |
Meaning and origin of Vijayakumar
Vijayakumar combines vijaya 'victory' with kumar 'prince, son, young man'. Compound names ending in -kumar are especially popular in South India, and Vijayakumar is common in Tamil Nadu and Kerala. It is often shortened to Vijay in daily life. The name is borne by many South Indian public figures.
Is Vijayakumar a Hindu name?
Vijayakumar is a Hindu name; the kumar element can recall Kumara (Murugan), though the name is mainly understood as 'victorious son'.
How popular is Vijayakumar?
Common in South India, particularly among older generations.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Vijayakumar mean?
Vijayakumar means 'Son of victory; victorious prince'. It is of Sanskrit, used in Tamil origin.
Is Vijayakumar a Hindu name?
Vijayakumar is a Hindu name; the kumar element can recall Kumara (Murugan), though the name is mainly understood as 'victorious son'.
How do you pronounce Vijayakumar?
Vijayakumar is pronounced vih-juh-yuh-koo-MAAR.
Is Vijayakumar a boy or girl name?
Vijayakumar is usually a boy name.