Boy • Traditional Tamil
Kalaiyappan
கலையப்பன்
Signature Meaning
Kalaiyappan is a Tamil name that is commonly understood as a respectful name connected with "kalai," meaning art, skill, or fine learning. The name suggests someone who values creativity, culture, and talent. It has a traditional and dignified feel, often appreciated for its strong Tamil identity. It can be a meaningful choice for parents looking for a name with cultural and artistic associations.
Quick Facts
Gender👦 Boy
OriginPure Tamil
Style / Category
TraditionalArtMusicVirtue
Starts withக / K
Syllables4 syllables
Numerology (Chaldean)
Chaldean NumerologyTamil tradition
Chaldean (Tamil / Indian): Compound 32 → Root 5 (Mercury / புதன்)
K(2) + A(1) + L(3) + A(1) + I(1) + Y(1) + A(1) + P(8) + P(8) + A(1) + N(5) = 32
Pythagorean (Western): Compound 44 → Root 8
Tamil baby naming and Vedic astrology traditionally follow the Chaldean system based on planetary sound vibrations.
6· Mercury (புதன்)
Pronunciation Guide
Native Tamil AudioSay it likekah-lai-YAHP-pan
Tamil syllablesக-லை-ய-ப்-ப-ன்
IPA pronunciationIPA is a phonetic notation used to show pronunciation precisely.ka.la.jap.pan
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Other possible spellings
This name may also be written as:
KalaeeyappanKalayyappanKazhaiyappanKazhaeeyappanKazhayyappanKalyyappan