About Ranganathan
The surname Ranganathan is of South Indian origin and is derived from the Sanskrit word "Ranganatha," which is a combination of "Ranga" meaning "colored" or "pleasing" and "natha" meaning "lord" or "protector." It is a common surname among the Brahmin community in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, and is often associated with the Hindu deity Lord Vishnu, particularly his form as Ranganatha, the presiding deity of the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam. The surname Ranganathan signifies a connection to Lord Vishnu and is often used as a mark of reverence and devotion.
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The surname Ranganathan is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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Here's how to represent Ranganathan in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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