Venkatesan
Sanskrit/Tamil · Boy · 4 syllables
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About the name Venkatesan
Venkatesan is a Tamil name derived from "Venkata," referring to Lord Venkateswara (a form of Vishnu), combined with the suffix "-san" meaning "son of," thus translating to "son of Venkata." The name is predominantly used in South India, particularly among Tamil and Telugu communities, and has strong roots in Hindu tradition, with historical significance tied to the Tirupati temple dedicated to Venkateswara.
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Etymology
Venkatesan is a Tamil name derived from "Venkata," referring to Lord Venkateswara (a form of Vishnu), combined with the suffix "-san" meaning "son of," thus translating to "son of Venkata." The name is predominantly used in South India, particularly among Tamil and Telugu communities, and has strong roots in Hindu tradition, with historical significance tied to the Tirupati temple dedicated to Venkateswara.
Venkatesan currently ranks #1,492 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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