Boy • Modern Tamil
Kaliyan
களியான்
Signature Meaning
Kaliyan is a Tamil masculine name used among Tamil-speaking communities. Its precise origin and literal meaning are not well-documented, so any specific etymology is uncertain. The name has a strong, rhythmic sound and can appeal to parents looking for a distinctive traditional Tamil name.
Quick Facts
Gender👦 Boy
OriginPure Tamil
Style / Category
Modern/KaɭIjaːN̪/
Starts with2 / K
Syllables2 syllables
Numerology (Chaldean)
Chaldean NumerologyTamil tradition
Chaldean (Tamil / Indian): Compound 14 → Root 5 (Mercury / புதன்)
K(2) + A(1) + L(3) + I(1) + Y(1) + A(1) + N(5) = 14
Pythagorean (Western): Compound 28 → Root 1
Tamil baby naming and Vedic astrology traditionally follow the Chaldean system based on planetary sound vibrations.
1· Mercury (புதன்)
Pronunciation Guide
Native Tamil AudioSay it likeka-lee-yaan
Tamil syllablesக-ளி-யா-ன்
IPA pronunciationIPA is a phonetic notation used to show pronunciation precisely./kaɭijaːn̪/
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Other possible spellings
This name may also be written as:
KaaliyaanKaleeyanKaaleeyaanKazhiyanKaazhiyaanKazheeyan