Midhun
Sanskrit · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Midhun
Midhun is a Malayalam name derived from Sanskrit, combining "Midh" (meaning honey or sweetness) with the suffix "un," thus signifying sweetness or something precious.
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Etymology
Midhun is a Malayalam name derived from Sanskrit, combining "Midh" (meaning honey or sweetness) with the suffix "un," thus signifying sweetness or something precious. The name is predominantly used in Kerala and among Malayalam-speaking Hindu communities, particularly in South India, with no significant historical figures of note to establish broader context.
Midhun currently ranks #4,810 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2016.
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