Velmurugan

Velmurugan is a Tamil masculine given name commonly used in Tamil Nadu and among Tamil-speaking communities worldwide. The name is a compound of two elements: Vel, the sacred spear associated with the Hindu god Murugan (Kartikeya), and Murugan, the Tamil form of the deity’s name. As with many Tamil names that invoke deities, Velmurugan is often understood as reflecting devotion to Murugan and attributes linked to the deity, such as courage, youth, and spiritual strength.

In Tamil culture, Velmurugan is typically used as a first name. Depending on local naming practices, it may also appear as a patronymic, where the father’s given name is carried as a surname for the child. The name is common among Tamil communities in India and among the Tamil diaspora, and it may be found across various professions and social contexts.

Because Velmurugan is a relatively common name, it can refer to multiple individuals in public life, including figures in politics, cinema, literature, and other fields. When encountered in sources, it is often necessary to rely on contextual details to identify a specific Velmurugan.

See also: Murugan, Vel, Tamil given names.