Boy name
Banu name meaning
“sun”
Banu is a masculine name commonly linked to Sanskrit bhānu, meaning light or sun. In Indonesian naming, it can be a variant of Bhanu, which provides the explanation for its meaning of sun. The spelling Banu also has different sources in other languages, allowing for more than one origin.
What does Banu mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Banu
In Indonesian naming, Banu can be a variant of Bhanu, from Sanskrit bhānu, 'light, sun'. Banu also has different sources in other languages.
Name combinations with Banu
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Banu, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Banu: sun
- Ekaputra: first son
- Djatmika: courteous and refined in conduct
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Banu Parluhutan Kusumanegara
Meaning of each word
- Banu: sun
- Parluhutan: gathering place
- Kusumanegara: flower of the realm
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Banu Idaman
Meaning of each word
- Banu: sun
- Idaman: something deeply desired
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Meaning of each word
- Andika: an authoritative command or decree
- Banu: sun
- Rano: lake
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Banu Satwika
Meaning of each word
- Banu: sun
- Satwika: pure and virtuous
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Meaning of each word
- Banu: sun
- Sugih: wealthy, possessing abundant riches
- Dwikora: two commands for the people
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How to pronounce Banu
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /banu/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦧꦤꦸ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮘᮔᮥ |
Is Banu a boy’s name?
Yes, Banu is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Banu ranks #2,410 among boy names in our data sample (7 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Banu
Names with related meanings
- Surya♂The shining sun
- Syamsul♂Sun, as a compound-name element
- Aditya♂Sun, son of Aditi
- Suryadi♂Excellent sun
- Samsul♂Sun
- Syamsuddin♂Sun symbolizing the light of faith
- Suryo♂The sun
- Suryanto♂Associated with the sun
- Syamsudin♂Sun symbolizing the light of faith
- Syamsu♂The shining sun
- Suryana♂Associated with the sun
- Samsudin♂Sun of the faith
Famous people named Banu
- Banu Laksamana
- Banu Muhammad Haidlir
- Banu Sodikun · b. 1964
- Banu Witono
FAQ about the name Banu
What is the meaning of Banu?
Banu means sun. In Indonesian naming, Banu can be a variant of Bhanu, from Sanskrit bhānu, 'light, sun'. Banu also has different sources in other languages.
Is Banu a boy’s name?
Yes, Banu is used mostly as a boy’s name.
What is the origin of the name Banu?
Banu is of Sanskrit origin.
How many syllables does Banu have?
Banu has 2 syllables (Ba-nu) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Banu?
Banu ranks #2,410 among boy names in our data sample (7 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Banu?
Some ideas: Banu Ekaputra Djatmika; Banu Parluhutan Kusumanegara; Banu Idaman.
Famous people named Banu?
Notable people named Banu include Banu Laksamana, Banu Muhammad Haidlir, Banu Sodikun.
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