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Names used in devotion
| Name | Meaning or devotional context |
|---|---|
| Ayyappa / Ayyappan | The familiar devotional name of Swamy. |
| Dharma Sastha | The teacher or guardian of dharma. |
| Hariharaputra | Son of Hari and Hara: Vishnu and Shiva. |
| Manikanta / Manikandan | The one with a bell at his neck, connected with the Pandalam narrative. |
| Sabarigirishan | Lord of the Sabari hill. |
| Saranam Ayyappa | A devotional appeal to Ayyappa for refuge. |
Names and formal Namavali
A descriptive name, a Saranaghosham invocation and an archana mantra serve different purposes. For formal archana, follow a verified Namavali used by your temple rather than combining names from unrelated lists.
Sources & editorial notes
Edited 27 October 2026. References provide traditional or practical context; this is not a live service feed. Confirm dates, access, bookings and prices with the authorities. Regional customs are identified where relevant. No priestly or native-language review is claimed.
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