Kovalan
The protector of cows or a shepherd.
Tamil, India
Boy · K
Kovalan
“The protector of cows or a shepherd.”
Name Details & Attributes
About this name
The protagonist of the great Tamil epic Silappatikaram. Historically, it was a common name in merchant and pastoral communities of ancient Tamil Nadu.
It means "The protector of cows or a shepherd." Kovalan has Tamil and India origins. Kovalan has a popularity score of 50 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s. It is pronounced Ko-va-lan. It is traditionally associated with Hindu. It is associated with themes of Nature and Legendary. Its listed personality traits are Resilient and Protective. It has 3 syllables and 7 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Gopalan and Kovalan.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kovalan mean?
The name Kovalan means "The protector of cows or a shepherd."
What origin is the name Kovalan?
Kovalan has Tamil and India origins.
Is Kovalan a boy or girl name?
Kovalan is traditionally a boy's name.
How do you pronounce Kovalan?
Kovalan is pronounced Ko-va-lan.
Is Kovalan popular?
Kovalan has a popularity score of 50 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s.
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