Boy • Traditional Tamil
Chinnappan
சின்னப்பன்
Signature Meaning
Chinnappan is a Tamil name that literally combines words meaning 'small' or 'young' and 'father'. It is commonly understood as 'little father' and is used as an affectionate or familiar name for a younger male. The name conveys warmth and respect in Tamil-speaking communities.
Quick Facts
Gender👦 Boy
OriginPure Tamil
Style / Category
TraditionalLoveVirtue
Starts withச / C
Syllables3 syllables
NumerologyNumerology is a traditional number-based interpretation. Use it as cultural guidance, not as a rule.
2· Destiny Path
Pronunciation Guide
Say it likechin-NAH-puhn
Tamil syllablesசி-ன்-ன-ப்-ப-ன்
IPA pronunciationIPA is a phonetic notation used to show pronunciation precisely./t͡ɕinːappan/
Other possible spellings
This name may also be written as:
ChinnaappaanCheennappanCheennaappaan