How do Telugu names reflect the family background or heritage?

Telugu names reflect which house one belongs to by drawing from major events that happen in the family. Additionally, names like Vungrala, meaning ‘rings,’ and Pasupaleti, denoting ‘from Pasupaleru,’ may indicate the family occupation or their place of residence. Telugu names are also often followed by a caste suffix, such as Rao, Reddy, Yadav, or Goud.

Are Telugu boy names inspired by nature?

Some Telugu names draw inspiration from nature. A few such names include Aadrik, meaning ‘rising sun between the mountains,’ Anil, meaning ‘wind,’ Gangaadatt, meaning ‘an Asian river,’ and Pushpa, meaning ‘flower.’

Are Telugu boy names compound names?

Telugu boy names use family names before given names and have compound forms to denote who they are and from which house they come. These are followed by the caste suffix.

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12 Telugu Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With C

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Chandra	Boy	Moon; Shining; Bright
Chandrakanth	Boy	Beloved by the moon; Moonstone
Chandrasekhar	Boy	Crown of the moon; An epithet of Lord Shiva
Chethan	Boy	Intelligence; Spirit of life; Life; Full of consciousness; Perception
Chiranjeevi	Boy	Long life; Immortal; Eternal being; Everlasting; One who has no end
Chakor	Boy	Greek partridge, fabled to survive on moonbeams
Chakrapani	Boy	Discus-handed; Chakra-handed
Chandrahas	Boy	One who has shining smile like moon
Chandrashekar	Boy	Crown of the Moon; The one with the moon as a crest
Chandrashekhar	Boy	Crown of the Moon

Chandu	Boy	Moon
Chiranth	Boy	Immortal; Of long-standing; Old

Infographic: Awesome Telugu Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With C

When it comes to naming your precious baby, the possibilities are endless. The right name is out there, whether you're influenced by culture, language, or just a favorite letter. This infographic features delightful Telugu Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With C. Look through and choose the name that feels perfect. You can also share this resource with other parents on their naming journey.

Telugu Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With C(infographic)

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