Description:
The Coomaraswamy name is derived from the Tamil words 'coomaraswamy' meaning 'one who is skilled in writing palm leaves.' The name is also sometimes spelled 'Coomaraswamy.' The Coomaraswamy family is one of the most distinguished and ancient Tamil families in the world. The family traces its ancestry back to the ancient Tamil kingdom of Kanchipuram. The Coomaraswamy family is also known for its prestigious educational institutions, including the Coomaraswamy Institute of Tamil Studies in Chennai, India, and the Coomaraswamy College in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India. The family's cultural traditions include the practice of temple worship, traditional Tamil music and dance, and the cultivation of palm trees. The Coomaraswamy surname is also found in countries including Australia, Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom.
