SIVANANTHAN
Sivananthan
Sivananthan is a British surname of Tamil origin, with roots in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu and the Northern and Eastern provinces of Sri Lanka. It is a compound name derived from the Tamil words Sivan, meaning 'Lord Shiva', and Anathan, meaning 'slave'. Thus, Sivananthan can be interpreted as 'devotee of Lord Shiva'.
The migration of Tamil communities to the United Kingdom, particularly in the mid-20th century, has led to the establishment of the Sivananthan surname in the British Isles. The name is distinctive and carries with it a sense of cultural heritage and identity for those who bear it.
Individuals with the surname Sivananthan have made notable contributions in various fields, including academia, business, politics, and the arts. The presence of the Sivananthan surname serves as a reminder of the diverse cultural tapestry that enriches British society.
Overall, the surname Sivananthan stands as a testament to the migration, adaptation, and integration of Tamil communities in Britain and contributes to the country's multicultural heritage.
There are approximately 232 people named Sivananthan in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Sivananthan.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Arun
- Kandasamy
- Kandiah
- Nadarajah
- Praveen
- Rajaratnam
- Saiyan
- Subramaniam
- Sutharsan
- Symon
Female
- Abhirami
- Abirami
- Chandra
- Janika
- Manjula
- Mathusha
- Ranee
- Shanthi
- Tharani
- Yvonne