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ParamasivamHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Supreme Shiva

Pronunciation: prah-mah-see-vahm

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Name
Paramasivam
Meaning
Supreme Shiva
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
prah-mah-see-vahm
Lucky Number
5
5
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Paramasivam mean?

Paramasivam is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Supreme Shiva". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: prah-mah-see-vahm. Lucky number: 5. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Sanskrit

Sanskrit is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

परमाशिवम्

Highest Lord Shiva

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

prah-mah-see-vahm

IPA

/pərəmɑːʃiʋəm/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Paramasivam is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Supreme Shiva. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

5

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

BlueWhite

Lucky Stone

Blue Sapphire

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Those with the life path number 3 are creative, self-expressive, and socially perceptive.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWisdomV = Virtuous

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Embrace the transformative power of Shiva in your life.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Paramasivam holds significant cultural importance in Hinduism as it honors the deity Shiva, who is revered as the destroyer of illusions, the transformer, and the supreme lord. This name may be given to a child born into a Hindu family as a tribute to the importance of Shiva in their culture and spirituality.
From a spiritual perspective, Paramasivam represents the eternal and supreme presence of Shiva within an individual. It signifies the deep understanding that the power of Shiva, the ultimate reality, lies within each person. This name serves as a constant reminder to live in the awareness of this divine presence and seek its guidance and blessings in every aspect of life.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Paramasivam was a renowned Tamil poet and philosopher who lived during the Sangam period (circa 2nd-4th century AD). He is known for his works in the Agam literature, particularly the 'Agnanaatha Stotra' and 'Thirumurai'.

Sangam period

Translations

Name Translations

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🕉️Sanskrit

परमाशिवम्

Highest Lord Shiva

🇮🇳Hindi

परमाशिव

परमेश्वर शिव

🇮🇳Tamil

பரமாஷிவம்

பரத்திருவவன் ஶிவம்

🇮🇳Telugu

పరమాశివమ్

పరమేశ్వర శివ

🇮🇳Marathi

Paramasivam

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Supreme Shiva

🇧🇩Bengali

Paramasivam

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Supreme Shiva

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