Boy • Modern Tamil
Karuppu
கருப்பு
Signature Meaning
Karuppu is a Tamil word that literally means “black” or “dark.” It is often used descriptively and can appear as an epithet, nickname, or part of regional devotional or folk names, though exact naming practices vary by community. The word conveys a strong, direct visual quality and may be chosen for its concise, grounded feel.
Quick Facts
Gender👦 Boy
OriginPure Tamil
Style / Category
Modern[KaɾUpːU]
Starts with2 / K
Syllables2 syllables
Numerology (Chaldean)
Chaldean NumerologyTamil tradition
Chaldean (Tamil / Indian): Compound 33 → Root 6 (Venus / சுக்கிரன்)
K(2) + A(1) + R(2) + U(6) + P(8) + P(8) + U(6) = 33
Pythagorean (Western): Compound 32 → Root 5
Tamil baby naming and Vedic astrology traditionally follow the Chaldean system based on planetary sound vibrations.
5· Venus (சுக்கிரன்)
Pronunciation Guide
Native Tamil AudioSay it likeka-rup-pu
Tamil syllablesக-ரு-ப்-பு
IPA pronunciationIPA is a phonetic notation used to show pronunciation precisely.[kaɾupːu]
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Other possible spellings
This name may also be written as:
KaaruppuKarooppooKaarooppoo