Toran

TOHR-an'TOR-an'2 syllables
🇮🇳Sanskrit
Leader

MEANING

GatewayArchway

ORIGIN

Indian

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Sanskrit word 'toraṇa', referring to a sacred or ceremonial gateway.

CULTURAL NOTES

In Indian culture, a toran is often used as a decorative gateway at the entrance of a temple or home to welcome guests and deities.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Historically, torans have been used in Indian architecture for centuries, symbolizing hospitality and protection.

🌐Gaelic
Bold

MEANING

ChiefLeader

ORIGIN

Scottish

ETYMOLOGY

Possibly derived from the Gaelic word 'toiseach', meaning leader or chieftain.

CULTURAL NOTES

In Scottish tradition, names with leadership connotations were often given to boys as a sign of strength and potential.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Used in medieval Scotland among clans, emphasizing the role of the leader.

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Toran - Meaning, Origin, Popularity & Variations