Kailam
Sanskrit · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Kailam
Kailam derives from Sanskrit and means "art," "skill," or "craft," with roots in the classical language of Indian subcontinent.
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Etymology
Kailam derives from Sanskrit and means "art," "skill," or "craft," with roots in the classical language of Indian subcontinent. The name is primarily used in Hindu and Christian communities across South India, particularly in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, with historical usage among traditional artisan and merchant classes.
Kailam currently ranks #2,501 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2000.
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