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Pillai

Pillai (name) means a surname of Tamil origin. Example: “Pillai is a common surname among Tamil communities in India and Sri Lanka.”

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A surname of Tamil origin.
"Pillai is a common surname among Tamil communities in India and Sri Lanka."

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Pillais plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from Tamil.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Pillai” mean?

The word “Pillai” means a surname of Tamil origin.

How do you use “Pillai” in a sentence?

Here is “Pillai” used in a sentence: “Pillai is a common surname among Tamil communities in India and Sri Lanka.”

What part of speech is “Pillai”?

“Pillai” is a name.

What is the meaning of Pillai?

"Pillai" (name) means a surname of Tamil origin.

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