Wednesday, June 10 2026

Tamil Baby Name

Poonai – பூனை

Signature meaning

Female

Poonai is the Tamil word for "cat" and is often used as a playful or affectionate nickname. As a name it can evoke qualities associated with cats—such as agility, independence, and curiosity. It is more commonly used informally than as a formal given name.

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Pronunciation

Poonai – பூனை

English pronunciation
POO-nai
IPA: /puːn̪ai/
Tamil pronunciation
பூ-னை