Unisex name
Alis name meaning
“eyebrow”
- Gender
- ♂♀ Unisex
- Origin
- Indonesian
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- #759
Alis is a name used for both boys and girls, commonly linked to the Indonesian and Javanese word alis, meaning eyebrow. The source word denotes the hair above the eye. It is related to Old Javanese hālis, providing a further linguistic connection for the name.
What does Alis mean?
Eyebrow
In Indonesian: alis
Origin and cultural usage of Alis
In Indonesian and Javanese, alis denotes the eyebrow. The word is related to Old Javanese hālis.
| Linguistic origin | Indonesian, Javanese, Old Javanese (Kawi) |
|---|---|
| Starts with | A · Al |
Name combinations with Alis
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Alis, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Alis Febriyanto Cep
Meaning of each word
- Alis: eyebrow
- Febriyanto: associated with February
- Cep: affectionate address for a boy
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Meaning of each word
- Alis: eyebrow
- Tirta: water; consecrated water
- Nagara: city, royal center
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Alis Gigih
Meaning of each word
- Alis: eyebrow
- Gigih: persistent, steadfast in effort
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Suweta Alis Hadiwibowo
Meaning of each word
- Suweta: white, light-coloured
- Alis: eyebrow
- Hadiwibowo: excellent and authoritative
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Alis Hutama
Meaning of each word
- Alis: eyebrow
- Hutama: foremost, most excellent
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Meaning of each word
- Alis: eyebrow
- Prayuda: battle, struggle
- Guritno: verse, composition
How to pronounce Alis
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /alis/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦭꦶꦱ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮃᮜᮤᮞ᮪ |
Is Alis a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Alis is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 50% of bearers are male. See all unisex names.
Alis ranks #759 among unisex names in our data sample (4 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Alis
- Ali♂Exalted, high in rank
- Aris♂Best, excellent
- Azis♂Mighty, esteemed, dearly loved
- Anis♂♀Close and friendly companion
- Alif♂First letter of the Arabic alphabet
- Alim♂Learned, knowledgeable
- Alit♂Small, young
- Alia♀High, elevated in rank
- Alie♂High and exalted
- Asis♂Mighty, honored, beloved
- Alip♂First letter of the Arabic alphabet
- Alisa♀Of noble lineage
Famous people named Alis
- Alis Marajo · b. 1946
- Alis Dinar Sari · b. 1976
FAQ about the name Alis
What is the meaning of Alis?
Alis means eyebrow. In Indonesian and Javanese, alis denotes the eyebrow. The word is related to Old Javanese hālis.
Is Alis a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Alis is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 50% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Alis?
Alis is of Indonesian, Javanese and Old Javanese (Kawi) origin.
How many syllables does Alis have?
Alis has 2 syllables (A-lis) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Alis?
Alis ranks #759 among unisex names in our data sample (4 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Alis?
Some ideas: Alis Febriyanto Cep; Alis Tirta Nagara; Alis Gigih.
Famous people named Alis?
Notable people named Alis include Alis Marajo, Alis Dinar Sari.
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