Mithran, pronounced mith-ran (/miθrən/), is a Tamil treasure whose syllables ripple like sunbeams over a calm ocean—its very meaning, “friend” or “companion of light,” hails from the ancient god Mithra, the radiant deity of friendship and the rising sun. Picture a name that blazes with warmth yet settles softly on the tongue, carrying both the spice of Indian folklore and a breeze of Latin alegría. Though in the United States it’s still a rare gem—just 11 newborns donned it in 2024, hovering around rank 913—its gentle climb and dip on the popularity charts read like a lively tango, full of promise and personality. In a world hungry for names that glow from within, Mithran stands ready to brighten every day with its golden, heart-opening story.
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