Kodhai
garland maker, another name for Andal
GenderGirlOriginTamilSay itKOH-thyePopularityrare, devotional alternate
Pronounced KOH-thye
About the name Kodhai
Kodhai, meaning garland-maker, is the birth name of the saint-poet Andal, who wove flower garlands into devotional verse. It's a rare, meaningful alternative name choice.
Artistic, devoted, and quietly poetic.
Fun fact
'Kodhai' reflects the legend that Andal secretly wore garlands meant for the deity before offering them.
Nicknames for Kodhai
Kodhai
Variations
Famous people named Kodhai
- Andal, also known as Kodhai (Tamil poet-saint)
Similar names
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