Tamil Baby Name
Thennalai – தென்னலை
Signature meaning
Thennalai is a Tamil given name with a poetic, nature-inspired feel. It evokes images of gentle waves and southern coastal landscapes, suggesting calm movement and warmth. Exact origins are not confirmed, so the name is often appreciated for its pleasant sound and imagery rather than a single fixed meaning.
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Pronunciation
Thennalai – தென்னலை
English pronunciation
tenn-NAH-lai
IPA: /t̪en̪ːalai̯/
Tamil pronunciation
தெ-ன்-ன-லை