Tapan
Tapan is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit, popular in Bengali origin, meaning “The sun; heat”.
| Meaning | The sun; heat |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, popular in Bengali |
| Written as | তপন |
| Pronunciation | TOH-pon |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Tapan
Tapan comes from the Sanskrit root tap, 'to heat' or 'to shine', and is a poetic name for the sun. The same root gives tapas, the heat of spiritual discipline. The name is especially common in Bengal and Odisha, where it is pronounced Topon. The noted Bengali film director Tapan Sinha is one of its best-known bearers. Related names include Tapas and the epithet Tapanesh, 'lord of heat'.
Is Tapan a Hindu name?
Tapan is a Hindu name and an epithet of Surya, the sun god.
How popular is Tapan?
Common among Bengali men of older generations.
Gifts with the name Tapan
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Spellings and variants of Tapan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tapan mean?
Tapan means 'The sun; heat'. It is of Sanskrit, popular in Bengali origin.
Is Tapan a Hindu name?
Tapan is a Hindu name and an epithet of Surya, the sun god.
How do you pronounce Tapan?
Tapan is pronounced TOH-pon.
Is Tapan a boy or girl name?
Tapan is usually a boy name.