Boy • Modern Tamil
Mayilan
மயிலன்
Signature Meaning
Mayilan (மயிலன்) is a Tamil name meaning "peacock." It evokes the bird's beauty, grace and vibrant plumage. Traditionally used for boys, the name carries poetic and cultural associations in Tamil literature and song. Short and melodic, it suggests elegance and artistic charm.
Quick Facts
Gender👦 Boy
OriginPure Tamil
Style / Category
Modern/Ma.Ji.Lan/
Starts with2 / M
Syllables2 syllables
Numerology (Chaldean)
Chaldean NumerologyTamil tradition
Chaldean (Tamil / Indian): Compound 16 → Root 7 (Ketu / கேது)
M(4) + A(1) + Y(1) + I(1) + L(3) + A(1) + N(5) = 16
Pythagorean (Western): Compound 30 → Root 3
Tamil baby naming and Vedic astrology traditionally follow the Chaldean system based on planetary sound vibrations.
3· Ketu (கேது)
Pronunciation Guide
Native Tamil AudioSay it likema-YIH-lahn
Tamil syllablesம-யி-ல-ன்
IPA pronunciationIPA is a phonetic notation used to show pronunciation precisely./ma.ji.lan/
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Other possible spellings
This name may also be written as:
MaayilaanMayeelanMaayeelaanMaiilanMaaiilaanMaieelan