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ThangamHindu Male Hindu name meaning

Golden, Fragrant

Pronunciation: thang-am

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Name
Thangam
Meaning
Golden, Fragrant
Origin
Hindu
Religion
Hindu
Language
Tamil, Sanskrit, Hindi, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
thang-am
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Hindu
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Thangam mean?

Thangam is a male name from Hindu origin meaning "Golden". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: thang-am. Lucky number: 3. 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.

धन्गम

धन्वानाधिकरणम् (dhanvānādhi-karaṇam)

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

thang-am

IPA

/θɑŋɡɑm/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Hindu

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Thangam is listed as a hindu male name with Hindu origin. Its meaning is Golden. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

GoldYellowOrange

Lucky Stone

Citrine

Life Path Number

2

Numerology meaning: A name that is balanced, harmonious and sensitive, with a natural ability to adapt and find peace in any situation

Personality

Personality Traits

GracefulFragrantRadiantMysteriousIntrospectiveWise

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name for a divine and graceful child, who will bring fragrance and radiance to the world

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Thangam holds immense cultural significance for many Indians, especially in the Southern states of India such as Tamil Nadu. The name is derived from the Tamil language, where 'thangam' means golden. In the Indian context, having a golden name signifies prosperity, wealth, and power. The name Thangam is particularly associated with women in Indian culture symbolizing the radiance and beauty of a woman's skin or the richness of gold jewelry.
From a spiritual perspective, the name Thangam carries deep meaning and significance. The word 'thangam' in Tamil comes from the root word 'thai' meaning 'gold' and 'kam' meaning 'desire'. Thus, Thangam could be interpreted as one's ultimate desire being fulfilled by the attainment of gold, which is a metaphor for spiritual wealth and enlightenment. Furthermore, gold is revered as a sacred material in Hindu culture, and the name Thangam could symbolize one's connection to the divine, represented by the golden color and the fulfillment of spiritual aspirations.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Thangam is a Tamil name derived from the word 'thangam' meaning 'gold'. The name Thangam carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

Classical Tamil period

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

धन्गम

धन्वानाधिकरणम् (dhanvānādhi-karaṇam)

🇮🇳Hindi

ठाँगम

ठाँकना (ṭhāṅkana)

🇮🇳Tamil

தாங்கம்

திரும்பம் (tirumbam)

🇮🇳Telugu

థంగమ

థీసుదేశము (ṭhīsuda-ēśamu)

🇮🇳Marathi

Thangam

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Golden, Fragrant

🇧🇩Bengali

Thangam

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Golden, Fragrant

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