Boy name
Arya name meaning
“noble, honorable”
Arya is a masculine name meaning “noble” or “honorable,” from Sanskrit ārya, a word expressing nobility or honor. The form continued in Old Javanese and in Javanese and Balinese naming traditions, carrying the meaning associated with its Sanskrit source into those naming contexts.
What does Arya mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Arya
From Sanskrit ārya, expressing nobility or honor. It continued in Old Javanese and in Javanese and Balinese naming traditions.
| Linguistic origin | Sanskrit, Old Javanese (Kawi), Javanese |
|---|---|
| Common in | Javanese, Balinese |
| Starts with | A · Ar |
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Arya
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Arya, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Arya as a first name
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Arya Prasetia
Interpretation
May you become an honorable person who firmly keeps promises.Meaning of each word
- Arya: noble, honorable
- Prasetia: a solemn pledge, fidelity
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Arya Rico
Interpretation
May you become a powerful ruler who acts with nobility.Meaning of each word
- Arya: noble, honorable
- Rico: a powerful ruler
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Interpretation
May your nobility bring peace and gifts filled with goodness.Meaning of each word
- Arya: noble, honorable
- Jeffrey: peace
- Berkat: a gift bringing goodness
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Arya Febrian
Interpretation
An honorable person whose arrival accompanies the beauty of February.Meaning of each word
- Arya: noble, honorable
- Febrian: associated with February
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Interpretation
May you stand firm through difficulties and become an honorable light.Meaning of each word
- Arya: noble, honorable
- Tegar: steadfast, resilient in hardship
- Dipo: lamp, source of light
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Arya Dimas
Interpretation
May you become a noble younger brother who is respected.Meaning of each word
- Arya: noble, honorable
- Dimas: a younger male addressed respectfully
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Arya Senjaya
Interpretation
May you achieve victory and success while acting with nobility.Meaning of each word
- Arya: noble, honorable
- Senjaya: victory, success
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Arya Bani
Interpretation
May you become a descendant who upholds nobility and honor.Meaning of each word
- Arya: noble, honorable
- Bani: children, descendants; brave
Arya as a middle name
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Interpretation
A wolf shield forming a picture of nobility and highest excellence.Meaning of each word
- Rendy: wolf shield
- Arya: noble, honorable
- Hutama: foremost, most excellent
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Interpretation
May you strive honorably, remain loyal, and hold to the truth.Meaning of each word
- Juang: striving to achieve a goal
- Arya: noble, honorable
- Setyawan: faithful, committed to truth
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Interpretation
May you become a noble prince who leads with counsel.Meaning of each word
- Ronie: ruler who gives counsel
- Arya: noble, honorable
- Inu: prince; royal son
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Interpretation
May you possess an enduring spirit, uphold nobility, and keep promises.Meaning of each word
- Nusyirwan: of immortal soul
- Arya: noble, honorable
- Prasetia: a solemn pledge, fidelity
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Interpretation
May you act honorably with vigilance and steadfastness in judgment.Meaning of each word
- Priyatna: alert, careful in one's actions
- Arya: noble, honorable
- Reinhard: firm in counsel
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Interpretation
May you grow in nobility and shine like the sun.Meaning of each word
- Wardono: growth or increase
- Arya: noble, honorable
- Radityo: the sun
Arya as a last name
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Rangga Arya
Interpretation
May you become an officeholder who embodies nobility and honor.Meaning of each word
- Rangga: a historical official's title
- Arya: noble, honorable
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Satria Arya
Interpretation
May you become a warrior who upholds nobility and honor.Meaning of each word
- Satria: knight, noble warrior
- Arya: noble, honorable
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Prawira Arya
Interpretation
May you become a courageous hero with a noble character.Meaning of each word
- Prawira: a brave and valiant hero
- Arya: noble, honorable
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Interpretation
A noble warrior whose steadfastness accompanies the downward flowing current.Meaning of each word
- Jordy: one who descends; worker of the land
- Satria: knight, noble warrior
- Arya: noble, honorable
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Wicaksana Arya
Interpretation
May you possess wisdom, discerning judgment, and a noble manner.Meaning of each word
- Wicaksana: wise and discerning
- Arya: noble, honorable
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Safari Arya
Interpretation
May every journey be undertaken with both nobility and honor.Meaning of each word
- Safari: journey
- Arya: noble, honorable
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How to pronounce Arya
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /arja/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦂꦪ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮃᮁᮚ |
Is Arya a boy’s name?
Yes, Arya is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 95% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Arya ranks #196 among boy names in our data sample (91 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Arya
Names with related meanings
- Agus♂Great, venerable
- Ali♂Exalted, high in rank
- Bambang♂A young nobleman or warrior
- Agung♂Great, exalted, majestic
- Adi♂Excellent, foremost, noble
- Wibowo♂Authority, dignity, grandeur
- Maulana♂Our lord, our protector
- Effendi♂Sir, a respectful designation
- Aziz♂Mighty, esteemed, dearly loved
- Mulyadi♂Noble and excellent
- Syarif♂Honourable, noble, distinguished
- Karim♂Generous, noble, honourable
Famous people named Arya
- Ags. Arya Dipayana · b. 1961
- Arya Maulana Aldiartama · b. 1995
- Arya Saloka · b. 1991
- Arya Aditya Ramadhya · b. 1987
- Arya Mohan · b. 2006
- Arya Vasco · b. 1999
- Arya Wedakarna · b. 1980
- Arya Dega
- Arya Novrianus · b. 1990
- Arya Suralaya
- Apt. Yb. Arya Primantana · b. 1976
- Arya Adi Saputra · b. 2001
FAQ about the name Arya
What is the meaning of Arya?
Arya means noble, honorable. From Sanskrit ārya, expressing nobility or honor. It continued in Old Javanese and in Javanese and Balinese naming traditions.
Is Arya a boy’s name?
Yes, Arya is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 95% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Arya?
Arya is of Sanskrit, Old Javanese (Kawi) and Javanese origin.
How many syllables does Arya have?
Arya has 2 syllables (Ar-ya) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Arya?
Arya ranks #196 among boy names in our data sample (91 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Arya?
Some ideas: Arya Prasetia; Rendy Arya Hutama; Rangga Arya.
Famous people named Arya?
Notable people named Arya include Ags. Arya Dipayana, Arya Maulana Aldiartama, Arya Saloka.
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