Sathiyan

Sathiyan is a masculine given name used in Tamil-speaking regions of India and among the Tamil diaspora. It is found in communities across India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Singapore, and other countries with Tamil populations. The name is most widely recognized in contemporary times through a prominent sports figure, though it is also borne by other individuals in various fields in Tamil-speaking communities.

The most notable bearer of the name is Sathiyan Gnanasekaran, an Indian professional table tennis player who has represented India in international competition and on the ITTF World Tour. He has competed in events at the Asian table tennis championships and has been part of India’s efforts at major global tournaments, including the Olympic Games. His presence on the international stage has contributed to the visibility of Indian table tennis in recent years.

As a given name, Sathiyan is typically used without a surname change in everyday use and can appear in different transliterations depending on language and script. The name reflects Tamil naming practices in which personal names are used as primary identifiers rather than surnames in many contexts.

Notable people:

- Sathiyan Gnanasekaran, Indian table tennis player who has competed internationally and contributed to India’s representation in the sport.

See also: Sathya, Sathyan, and other Tamil given names.

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