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Iyer

Iyer (name) means a surname of Tamil origin, traditionally associated with a Hindu Brahmin community in South India. Example: “The Iyer community has a long history in Tamil Nadu.”

name

A surname of Tamil origin, traditionally associated with a Hindu Brahmin community in South India.

"The Iyer community has a long history in Tamil Nadu."

How to use Iyer

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA South Indian surname linked to a Tamil Brahmin community.

Word forms

Iyers plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from the Tamil word aiyar, referring to this Brahmin caste.

Rhymes for Iyer

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Iyer” mean?

The word “Iyer” means a surname of Tamil origin, traditionally associated with a Hindu Brahmin community in South India. In plain terms, a South Indian surname linked to a Tamil Brahmin community.

How do you use “Iyer” in a sentence?

Here is “Iyer” used in a sentence: “The Iyer community has a long history in Tamil Nadu.”

What part of speech is “Iyer”?

“Iyer” is a name.

What is the meaning of Iyer?

"Iyer" (name) means a surname of Tamil origin, traditionally associated with a Hindu Brahmin community in South India.