Adav, the son of Sandhya and Ratheesh, has amazed everyone with his extraordinary speech skills before even turning one year and eight months old. His exceptional ability has earned him a place in record books.
Record-Breaking Vocabulary Recognition
Adav has correctly identified and clearly named a wide variety of items, including:
- 8 body parts
- 9 to 10 types of vehicles
- 8 to 15 fruit varieties
- 4 to 5 types of vegetables
- 6 animals
- 3 to 5 types of birds
- 6 to 8 electronic devices
- 3 to 9 beauty products
- 4 to 14 food items
- 2 famous people
- 10 to 81 other items
- 5 animal sounds
- 8 emotions
- 4 room items
- 4 dried fruits
These figures are recognized by the India Book of Records and Kalam’s World Records, which have officially certified Adav’s talent.
Early Signs of Exceptional Ability
Before he could even say common words like “mother” or “father,” Adav surprised his family by clearly naming his uncle Ajith at just eight months old. Soon after, he quickly learned to identify and name many other objects around him.

Expert Validation of Adav’s Skills
According to Nilofar Bint Nisar, a speech therapist and researcher from Sheffield University, an average child aged one year and eight months typically speaks between 25 and 50 words. Adav’s ability to recognize and clearly name over 200 items is truly extraordinary.
A Proud Moment for Kasaragod
Adav’s remarkable talent brings pride to Kasaragod. His achievements have been officially recognized by record authorities in March and April 2025, highlighting the brilliance of this young prodigy.
Looking Forward to a Bright Future
The community hopes Adav’s future will be filled with more amazing accomplishments. Sharing his story celebrates the exceptional abilities nurtured in this part of Kerala.