What origin is the name Murrugan?

Murrugan comes from Indian naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good brother names for Murrugan?

Names from the same indian tradition pair naturally with Murrugan — for example Jay, Arjun, Aarav. You can browse more on our indian names page.

What is the rashi of the name Murrugan?

Murrugan starts with the syllable “Mu” (मू), which traditionally belongs to Magha nakshatra, pada 3, in Simha rashi (Leo). This is based on the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable.

Murrugan

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Murrugan

Murrugan

Unisex

Indian

3 syllables

Murrugan is an Indian unisex name meaning "God of war; son of Shiva".

The meaning of Murrugan is "God of war; son of Shiva" — a unisex name of Indian origin. At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 3 syllables.

Origin: Indian
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 3

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

God of war; son of Shiva

Popularity

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Quick answers about Murrugan

What does Murrugan mean?

Murrugan is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "God of war; son of Shiva".

How popular is Murrugan?

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Brother names that go with Murrugan

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

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Name numerology

2is the Chaldean number for Murrugan.

Number 2 is linked with harmony, kindness and cooperation.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

Starting syllable: Mu (मू)
Rashi: Simha (Leo)
Nakshatra: Magha, pada 3
Name number: 2

By tradition, names starting with “Mu” suit babies born in Magha nakshatra (pada 3), which falls in Simha rashi. This is read from the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable. The name number uses Chaldean numerology.