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Senthil

Boy name · Indian

Meaninga name of Murugan · Tamil

Senthil is an Indian boy name meaning “a name of Murugan”, with Tamil roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.

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  • Word funSenthil doesn't repeat a single letter: 7 letters, all different.
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Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Senthil

Senthil is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “a name of Murugan”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Senthil at school.

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Questions about the name Senthil

What does the name Senthil mean?

Senthil means “a name of Murugan” and comes from Tamil. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Velan (“spear-bearer, Murugan”), Karthikeyan (“a name of Murugan”) and Saravanan (“born in reeds, Murugan”).

What is the origin of the name Senthil?

Senthil is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Tamil. Other Indian names to consider are Makai (“toward the sea”), Arjun (“bright, shining”), Zain (“beauty, grace”) and Idris (“possibly studious”).

Is Senthil a boy or girl name?

Senthil is a boy name.

What names are similar to Senthil?

If you like Senthil, you might also like Velan, Karthikeyan and Saravanan.

What should I know before naming my baby Senthil?

Senthil is an Indian boy name meaning “a name of Murugan”, with Tamil roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.