Wednesday, June 10 2026

Tamil Baby Name

Kaliyamma – காளியம்மா

Signature meaning

Female

Kaliyamma is a traditional Tamil feminine name often used as a devotional or familial honorific. It likely combines "Kali," a name of a Hindu goddess associated with strength and protection, with "amma," meaning mother—so it can be read as "Mother Kali" or "Goddess Kali." The name conveys reverence, maternal care, and protective strength. Exact usage and nuance may vary by region and community.

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Pronunciation

Kaliyamma – காளியம்மா

English pronunciation
kaa-LI-ya-mmaa
IPA: /kaːɭijamːaː/
Tamil pronunciation
கா-ளி-ய-ம்-மா