Lord Murugan Baby Boy Names
Baby boy names inspired by Lord Murugan (Kartikeya/Skanda), the god of war and wisdom. Popular in South India, especially Tamil Nadu.
🔤 First Letter
Sanmukha
Six-faced, epithet of Murugan
Veelnaayakam
Divine leader with spear, commander
Iraiyarachan
King or lord, royal ruler
Thirumarai
Name of Lord Murugan
Guhanath
Master of the cave, Lord Murugan
Skandanath
Lord of Murugan, divine commander
ValliMurugan
Murugan with his consort Valli
Velan
Lord Murugan
About Lord Murugan Baby Boy Names
Lord Murugan, the warrior god also known as Kartikeya and Skanda, is deeply loved in South India. His baby boy names, such as Karthik, Skanda, Subramanya, Shanmukh and Vel, carry meanings of valour, victory and youth.
A Murugan name blesses your son with courage and energy. Each name here shows its Sanskrit or Tamil meaning, and many include the Rashi, Nakshatra and Devanagari spelling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are popular Lord Murugan names for a boy?
Popular Murugan names include Karthik and Kartikeya (names of Murugan), Skanda (the warrior god), Shanmukh (six-faced) and Vel (his divine spear).
Who is Lord Murugan?
Murugan, also called Kartikeya, Skanda and Subramanya, is the son of Shiva and Parvati and the god of war and victory, especially revered in Tamil tradition.
Are Murugan names popular in South India?
Yes. Names like Karthik, Murugan and Subramanya are very popular among Tamil, Telugu and Kannada families.
Do these names come with meanings and Rashi?
Yes. Tap any name to see its meaning, origin, Rashi, Nakshatra, numerology and Devanagari script.