Indian name meaning
Chittaranjan
♂ BoyChit·ta·ran·jan · 4 syllables
The joy of the heart
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
- Also spelled
- Chitranjan
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Caring, responsible and warm — a natural carer drawn to family and harmony.
The letters of Chittaranjan add up to 33, which reduces to 6.
About the name Chittaranjan
Chittaranjan is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “The joy of the heart.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Chittaranjan has the name number 6, “The Nurturer.” It is also spelled Chitranjan.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Chittaranjan mean?
Chittaranjan means “The joy of the heart.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Chittaranjan a boy or a girl name?
Chittaranjan is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Chittaranjan?
Chittaranjan is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Chittaranjan?
In the Chaldean system, Chittaranjan has the name number 6, “The Nurturer.”
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