From Japanese papa-san from papa father (from English papa) + -san.

What does Papasan mean in Japanese?

probably borrowed from Philippine English papasan “father, man in a position of authority” (often in address), borrowed from Japanese, from papa “father” (borrowed from English papa) + -san, honorific suffix.

Is Papasan derogatory?

Widespread Love. In the 60s and 70s, nearly every family have the Papasan chair in their house. … Although, this might not show love it shows how far the Papasan chair went. And no, the name was not derogatory.