Boy • Modern Tamil
Mukesh
முகேஷ்
Signature Meaning
Mukesh (முகேஷ்) is a widely used masculine name in Tamil and other Indian communities. It is commonly linked to Sanskrit roots and often interpreted as “conqueror of the demon Muka” or an epithet of Lord Shiva, conveying strength and protection. The name suggests leadership, courage and spiritual presence, and is familiar to Tamil-speaking families.
Quick Facts
Gender👦 Boy
OriginSanskrit
Style / Category
Modern/MuˈKeːʃ/
Starts with2 / M
Syllables2 syllables
Numerology (Chaldean)
Chaldean NumerologyTamil tradition
Chaldean (Tamil / Indian): Compound 25 → Root 7 (Ketu / கேது)
M(4) + U(6) + K(2) + E(5) + S(3) + H(5) = 25
Pythagorean (Western): Compound 23 → Root 5
Tamil baby naming and Vedic astrology traditionally follow the Chaldean system based on planetary sound vibrations.
7· Ketu (கேது)
Pronunciation Guide
Native Tamil AudioSay it likemoo-KAYSH
Tamil syllablesமு-கே-ஷ்
IPA pronunciationIPA is a phonetic notation used to show pronunciation precisely./muˈkeːʃ/
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Other possible spellings
This name may also be written as:
MookeshMukesMukeshhMookesMookeshh