Find out how popular the first name Chayan has been for the last 20 years (from 1990 to 2009) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Chayan by gender

Based on the last 20 years of data, Chayan is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 84% of people named Chayan being male.

For the most recent data in 2009, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Chayan.

The history of the first name Chayan

The name Chayan is believed to have its origins in Sanskrit, one of the oldest Indo-Aryan languages dating back to the 2nd millennium BCE. It is a combination of two words – 'Chaya' meaning shadow or reflection, and 'An' meaning to obtain or possess. Thus, the name Chayan can be interpreted as one who possesses or embodies a shadow or reflection.

This name is particularly prevalent in regions where Sanskrit and its derivatives have been influential, such as the Indian subcontinent and parts of Southeast Asia. In Hindu mythology, there are references to the term 'Chaya' as a spiritual concept related to the human soul or consciousness.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Chayan can be found in the ancient Indian epic, the Mahabharata, where it is mentioned as the name of a prince from the Kuru dynasty. This epic is believed to have been composed between the 8th and 9th centuries BCE, suggesting the antiquity of the name.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Chayan. One of the earliest was Chayan Raut, a prominent Indian sculptor and architect from the 12th century CE, known for his exceptional work on the intricate carvings and sculptures adorning various temples across India.

In the 16th century, Chayan Mandal was a revered Bengali poet and playwright, whose contributions to the literary landscape of Bengal are still celebrated today. His works were instrumental in shaping the cultural identity of the region during that era.

Moving forward to the 19th century, Chayan Prasad Tripathi was a renowned Indian scholar and linguist, known for his extensive research and publications on various ancient Indian languages and their grammatical structures.

In more recent times, Chayan Mukherjee was an influential Indian artist and painter from the 20th century, whose distinctive style and subject matter left an indelible mark on the modern art scene in India.

Lastly, Chayan Sarkar was a celebrated Indian classical dancer and choreographer, born in 1957, who dedicated his life to preserving and promoting the rich tradition of Indian classical dance forms, particularly Kathak and Manipuri.

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