Paddu
Sanskrit/Dravidian · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Paddu
Paddu is a diminutive or informal form derived from Sanskrit/South Indian languages, meaning "small" or "little," often used as a nickname or pet name.
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Etymology
Paddu is a diminutive or informal form derived from Sanskrit/South Indian languages, meaning "small" or "little," often used as a nickname or pet name. It is primarily used in South Indian cultures, particularly among Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam-speaking communities, with no specific religious restriction.
Paddu currently ranks #2,257 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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