Meaning & Origin
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'chinna', meaning 'younger one', 'younger brother', or 'junior'. This name holds significance in Indian culture, particularly in Hindu mythology where it is used to refer to various deities and characters.
Spiritual meaning
Symbol of youthfulness and innocence.
Language details
चिन्न
Small, young, younger brother
चिनना/चिहोटा
Small, younger brother
சின்ன
Small, younger brother
చిన్న
Small, younger brother
Chinna
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Younger One
Chinna
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Younger One
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
CH-in-na
/ˈtʃɪnə/ /ˈtʃɪnːa/
Lucky number
9
Lucky day
Saturday
Lucky colors
Life path
3
Lucky stone
Ruby
Cultural & Spiritual notes
In Hindu society, the name 'Chinna' is often used as a term of endearment and respect towards a younger sibling or a younger and less experienced person within a community. Additionally, it is a common name for various gods and goddesses, such as Lord Ganesha's younger brother 'Chinna Munni' or Lord Shiva's younger form 'Chinna Sadashiva'.
In Hinduism, the name 'Chinna' holds spiritual significance as it represents the concept of humility, love, and respect towards younger siblings and the younger or less experienced members of the community. It reflects the value of cherishing and nurturing the younger generation, and the importance of maintaining unity and harmony within a family or community. The name also resonates with the underlying theme of reverence towards the divine, as many Hindu deities are represented by the name 'Chinna'.
Historical references
Chinna Barama or Chinna Tirupati refers to the southern shrine of Lord Venkateswara, also known as Balaji or Vitthala, at Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh, India. The term 'Chinna' means 'younger' in Tamil language, indicating that this shrine is younger than the main shrine at Tirumala, which is known as 'Chinnanagar' or 'Chinna-Tirumala'.
7th to 14th century CE
Chinna Azhaweya or Chinna Jainism refers to the later developments within the Jain tradition in South India, as distinct from the Digambara and Svetambara sects. The term 'Chinna' means 'younger' in Tamil language, indicating that this branch of Jainism evolved later in time. The exact time period for the emergence of Chinna Azhaweya is not clearly defined, but it is believed to have started gaining prominence during the medieval period (13th to 16th centuries CE).
13th to 16th centuries CE
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