Description:
Shanmugavalli is a Tamil Brahmin surname. It is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Shanmukha', meaning 'one with six faces'. The six faces represent the six attributes of Lord Murugan, the Hindu God of war and victory. The surname is found among Tamil Brahmins in the states of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Kerala. The origin of the surname can be traced back to the ancient Tamil Sangam period (2nd century BC - 3rd century AD). During this period, the Tamil Brahmins were known as Shanmugavallis and were considered to be the most powerful and influential members of the society. The culture and customs associated with the Shanmugavalli surname are similar to those of other Tamil Brahmin families. They are known to be highly educated and are involved in a variety of professions, ranging from business to medicine and engineering. Variations of the surname include Shanmugam, Shanmugavalli, Shanmuganathan, Shanmugasundaram and Shanmugavarman.
