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Kugan
குகன்“Lord Murugan”
Kugan is a Tamil name derived from the Sanskrit word 'Guha', meaning one who dwells in the cave of the heart. It is a popular name among Tamilians and is directly associated with Lord Kartikeya, the god of war and wisdom.
Pythagorean numerology 9 · The Humanitarian — in this tradition, the number is associated with traits such as compassionate, idealistic, generous and warm-hearted.
Mithun rashi · Gemini — element Air, ruled by Mercury. Common naming sounds include Ka, Ki, Ku, Gha, Chha and Ke.
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