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PalanisamyHindu Male (Tamil) name meaning

Protector of the Temple

Pronunciation: /pəˈlɑːnɪsɑːmi/

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Name
Palanisamy
Meaning
Protector of the Temple
Origin
(Tamil)
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
/pəˈlɑːnɪsɑːmi/
Lucky Number
6
6
Lucky Number
(Saturday)
Lucky Day
(Tamil)
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Palanisamy mean?

Palanisamy is a male name from (Tamil) origin meaning "Protector of the Temple". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: /pəˈlɑːnɪsɑːmi/. Lucky number: 6. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Sanskrit

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Palanisamy

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Protector of the Temple

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

/pəˈlɑːnɪsɑːmi/

IPA

/pələnɪsəmə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

(Tamil)

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Palanisamy is listed as a hindu male name with (Tamil) origin. Its meaning is Protector of the Temple. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

6

Lucky Day

(Saturday)

Lucky Colors

GoldOrange

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: People with the life path number 3 are creative, artistic, and social. They are also natural communicators and have a strong desire to be appreciated.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveLoyalV = Virtuous

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbol of courage and devotion

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name "Palanisamy" holds significant cultural importance in the Tamil community as it represents the reverence and devotion towards the Hindu deity Murugan. The name has a historical association with the temple town of Palani in Tamil Nadu, India, where the Murugan Temple is located. It is a common name among the devotees of Murugan, especially those who have visited or reside near the Palani temple.
The spiritual significance of the name Palanisamy is rooted in the Hindu belief that the name serves as a reminder of Murugan's protective and healing powers. The syllable 'Samy' in the name implies the presence of God within the individual, helping them live a virtuous life and deal with challenges and obstacles while seeking His divine guidance and protection. It is also believed that the name offers blessings of good health, prosperity, and success.

Historical Usage

Historical References

The name Palanisamy is mentioned in the Tamil epic Silappatikaram, which dates back to the 2nd century CE.

2nd century CE

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

RajinikanthRevathyMani Ratnam

Translations

Name Translations

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🕉️Sanskrit

Palanisamy

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Protector of the Temple

🇮🇳Hindi

पलनिसामी

🇮🇳Tamil

Palanisamy

Lord Murugan

🇮🇳Telugu

పలనిశామీ

🇮🇳Marathi

Palanisamy

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Protector of the Temple

🇧🇩Bengali

Palanisamy

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Protector of the Temple

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