Boy • Traditional Tamil
Velu
வேலு
Signature Meaning
Velu (வேலு) is a Tamil masculine name often used across Tamil-speaking communities. It is commonly associated with vel, the spear linked to the deity Murugan, and so carries connotations of courage and protection. The name is also frequently used as a short or affectionate form of longer Tamil names, and its exact family or regional significance can vary.
Quick Facts
Gender👦 Boy
OriginPure Tamil
Style / Category
TraditionalMythologyCourageSpiritual
Starts withவ / V
Syllables2 syllables
NumerologyNumerology is a traditional number-based interpretation. Use it as cultural guidance, not as a rule.
6· Destiny Path
Pronunciation Guide
Say it likeVAY-loo
Tamil syllablesவே-லு
IPA pronunciationIPA is a phonetic notation used to show pronunciation precisely./ʋeːlu/
Other possible spellings
This name may also be written as:
VelooVezhuVezhooWeluWelooWezhu