Description:
The name 'chenchappa' is derived from the Tamil word 'chenna' which means 'to rub or polish'. The name may have originated from the practice of people rubbing their hair to remove dirt and oil. Alternatively, the name may be derived from the Tamil word 'chenna' meaning 'a kind of cloth' which is used to cover the head. The name is also popular in Sri Lanka where it is often used as a given name. The name may also be spelled 'chenchappa'.






