Name Details
Name Meaning
Agōpilan (அகோபிலன்) refers to the Lord of Agōpila, which is a sacred place. It is often associated with Lord Narasimha, an avatar of Vishnu. The name literally translates to "one who resides in Agōpila" or "Lord of Agōpila."
Name Significance
The name signifies devotion to Lord Narasimha and reverence for the holy site of Agōpila, which is a significant pilgrimage destination in South India, particularly associated with the Sri Vaishnava tradition. It implies divine protection and spiritual connection.
History References
The name is prominently associated with the Ahobilam temple in Andhra Pradesh, India, which is one of the most important Divya Desams (holy abodes of Vishnu). While there might not be widely known historical figures solely named Agōpilan in ancient Tamil literature, the name itself is deeply rooted in the religious and cultural landscape of Tamil Nadu and surrounding regions due to the prominence of Ahobilam and Lord Narasimha worship.