The baby name Ayyappan is a unisex name, 3 syllables long and is pronounced "A-yap-pun".
Ayyappan is a Hindu name that is commonly used in South India. The name Ayyappan is derived from the Sanskrit words "Ayya" which means "father" and "Appan" which means "Lord". Therefore, the name Ayyappan means "Lord of the Father". Ayyappan is also known as Hariharaputra, which means "son of Harihara" (a combination of the gods Vishnu and Shiva). Ayyappan is a popular name among Hindus, especially in the states of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka.
The history of the name Ayyappan can be traced back to the 12th century when the Sabarimala temple was built in Kerala. Ayyappan is believed to be the son of Lord Shiva and Mohini (an avatar of Lord Vishnu). According to legend, Ayyappan was born to defeat the demon Mahishi, who had been terrorizing the gods. Ayyappan is also known as the "Sabarimala Sastha" and is worshipped as a deity of fertility, prosperity, and protection.
Ayyappan is a unisex name, meaning it can be used for both boys and girls. The pronunciation of Ayyappan is "eye-yuh-puhn". The name Ayyappan is predominantly used in South India, particularly in the states of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka. The name Ayyappan is composed of two Sanskrit words, "Ayya" and "Appan", which have significant meanings in Hindu mythology. The name Ayyappan is often given to children born in families that are devotees of Lord Ayyappan or have a connection to the Sabarimala temple.
Ayyappan has the following similar or variant Names
- Ayyappa |
- Aiyappan |
- Aiyyappa |
- Ayyappanpillai |
- Hariharasuthan |
- Manikandan |
- Sastha |
- Dharmasastha |
- Shri Dharma Sastha |
- Harihara Putra
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