Boy • Traditional Tamil
Gopan
கோபன்
Signature Meaning
Gopan is a masculine name used in South India. It is often associated with the root "gopa," which conveys ideas of a guardian or protector, so the name can be taken to mean "protector" or "caretaker." The name suggests qualities of responsibility, care, and dependability. Exact origin and local usage may vary by community.
Quick Facts
Gender👦 Boy
OriginSanskrit
Style / Category
TraditionalVirtueCourageWisdom
Starts withக / G
Syllables2 syllables
Numerology (Chaldean)
Chaldean NumerologyTamil tradition
Chaldean (Tamil / Indian): Compound 24 → Root 6 (Venus / சுக்கிரன்)
G(3) + O(7) + P(8) + A(1) + N(5) = 24
Pythagorean (Western): Compound 26 → Root 8
Tamil baby naming and Vedic astrology traditionally follow the Chaldean system based on planetary sound vibrations.
8· Venus (சுக்கிரன்)
Pronunciation Guide
Native Tamil AudioSay it likeKOH-puhn
Tamil syllablesகோ-ப-ன்
IPA pronunciationIPA is a phonetic notation used to show pronunciation precisely./koːpən/
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Other possible spellings
This name may also be written as:
Gopaan