Description:
The surname SANTHAMANI is of Indian origin and is found in the state of Karnataka. It is derived from the name of the Hindu god Lord Shiva, who is also known as Santhamani. The name is derived from the Sanskrit words “santha” meaning ‘peace’ and “mani” meaning ‘jewel’. The surname is also found in other parts of India such as Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh. It is believed that the name was first used by the Chola dynasty of South India, who were followers of Lord Shiva. The culture and customs associated with the surname vary from region to region. In some regions, the surname is used as a title of respect and is often used to refer to a person of high status or rank. In other regions, the surname is used to identify a person's caste or social status. Variations of the surname include Santhaman, Santhamaniyar, Santhamaniyarai, Santhamaniyaraiyar, and Santhamaniyaraiyarai.
