Unisex name
Ara name meaning
“fig tree”
Ara is a name used for both boys and girls, commonly linked to the Malay and Indonesian word ara, meaning “fig tree.” The word refers to trees of the genus Ficus. As a short given name, Ara can also have origins beyond this botanical interpretation.
What does Ara mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Ara
Ara is a Malay and Indonesian word for a fig tree. As a short given name, it can also have other origins.
| Linguistic origin | Malay, Indonesian |
|---|---|
| Starts with | A · Ar |
Name combinations with Ara
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Ara, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Ara: fig tree
- Jalu: man; rooster's spur
- Pramudya: joy and delight
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Meaning of each word
- Ara: fig tree
- Prama: valid, accurate knowledge
- Uji: test, trial
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Ara Purwaka
Meaning of each word
- Ara: fig tree
- Purwaka: beginning, opening or introduction
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Satyagraha Ara Nugraha
Meaning of each word
- Satyagraha: steadfast adherence to truth
- Ara: fig tree
- Nugraha: grace, a gracious gift
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Ara Guruh
Meaning of each word
- Ara: fig tree
- Guruh: rumbling sound caused by lightning
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Ara Satyagraha Mohan
Meaning of each word
- Ara: fig tree
- Satyagraha: steadfast adherence to truth
- Mohan: captivating, enchanting
How to pronounce Ara
| Syllables | 2 · 3 letters · 3-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /ara/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦫ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮃᮛ |
Is Ara a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Ara is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 60% of bearers are male. See all unisex names.
Ara ranks #671 among unisex names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Ara
Names with related meanings
Famous people named Ara
- Ara Alqa · b. 1983
- Ara Eveline Hadi · b. 1999
- Ara Puti Sabai Akbar
FAQ about the name Ara
What is the meaning of Ara?
Ara means fig tree. Ara is a Malay and Indonesian word for a fig tree. As a short given name, it can also have other origins.
Is Ara a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Ara is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 60% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Ara?
Ara is of Malay and Indonesian origin.
How many syllables does Ara have?
Ara has 2 syllables (A-ra) and 3 letters.
How popular is the name Ara?
Ara ranks #671 among unisex names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Ara?
Some ideas: Ara Jalu Pramudya; Ara Prama Uji; Ara Purwaka.
Famous people named Ara?
Notable people named Ara include Ara Alqa, Ara Eveline Hadi, Ara Puti Sabai Akbar.
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