Boy name
Baja name meaning
“strong, hard metal”
- Gender
- ♂ Boy
- Origin
- Indonesian
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- #3,210
Baja is a masculine name from Indonesian baja, meaning steel, a strong, hard metal made primarily from iron. The name takes its meaning directly from the Indonesian word for that material. Baja is also related to Malay waja, providing a connection between the Indonesian and Malay vocabulary forms.
What does Baja mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Baja
Taken from Indonesian baja, the word for steel, a strong iron-based metal. It is related to Malay waja.
| Linguistic origin | Indonesian, Malay |
|---|---|
| Starts with | B · Ba |
Name combinations with Baja
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Baja, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Baja Prakarsa Kusumanegara
Meaning of each word
- Baja: strong, hard metal
- Prakarsa: initiative to begin an undertaking
- Kusumanegara: flower of the realm
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Meaning of each word
- Baja: strong, hard metal
- Mulya: noble, honored, highly valued
- Ragil: last-born child in a family
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Baja Jayabaya
Meaning of each word
- Baja: strong, hard metal
- Jayabaya: victorious over danger
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Meaning of each word
- Triadi: third and excellent
- Baja: strong, hard metal
- Priawan: man, male
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Baja Aji
Meaning of each word
- Baja: strong, hard metal
- Aji: valuable; king; sacred knowledge
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Meaning of each word
- Baja: strong, hard metal
- Prana: breath, vital force
- Saputra: son, male child
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How to pronounce Baja
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /badʒa/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦧꦗ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮘᮏ |
Is Baja a boy’s name?
Yes, Baja is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Baja ranks #3,210 among boy 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 Baja
Names with related meanings
- Santoso♂Secure, steadfast, prosperous
- Iskandar♂Defender of humankind
- Teguh♂Steadfast, not easily shaken
- Aziz♂Mighty, esteemed, dearly loved
- Hamzah♂Lion
- Azis♂Mighty, esteemed, dearly loved
- Kadir♂Capable, possessing power
- Santosa♂Steadfast, tranquil
- Ricky♂Powerful ruler
- Prabowo♂Authority, influence
- Dicky♂Powerful ruler
- Hermanto♂Warrior
Famous people named Baja
- Baja Dhalip Thornadus
- Baja Sukma · b. 1961
FAQ about the name Baja
What is the meaning of Baja?
Baja means strong, hard metal. Taken from Indonesian baja, the word for steel, a strong iron-based metal. It is related to Malay waja.
Is Baja a boy’s name?
Yes, Baja is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Baja?
Baja is of Indonesian and Malay origin.
How many syllables does Baja have?
Baja has 2 syllables (Ba-ja) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Baja?
Baja ranks #3,210 among boy names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Baja?
Some ideas: Baja Prakarsa Kusumanegara; Baja Mulya Ragil; Baja Jayabaya.
Famous people named Baja?
Notable people named Baja include Baja Dhalip Thornadus, Baja Sukma.
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