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Ponni
பொன்னி“Golden or the river Kaveri”
Ponni is a traditional Tamil name derived from the word 'pon', meaning gold. It is also the poetic and sacred name for the Kaveri River, which is considered a goddess in South Indian culture and is vital to the prosperity of the Tamil region.
Pythagorean numerology 5 · The Free Spirit — in this tradition, the number is associated with traits such as adventurous, curious, adaptable and energetic.
Kanya rashi · Virgo — element Earth, ruled by Mercury. Common naming sounds include Pa, Pi, Pu, Sha, Na and Tha.
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