Boy name
Bara name meaning
“glowing embers”
Bara is a masculine name commonly linked in Indonesian naming to bara, meaning “glowing embers.” The word describes the glowing remains of burning material. It is inherited from Malay and has Austronesian roots, providing the linguistic background for its use as an Indonesian name.
What does Bara mean?
The ending -ra appears in Putra, Indra, and Chandra, names connected with Sanskrit vocabulary. The letters -ra do not carry one shared meaning; the meaning belongs to each complete word. More boy names ending in -ra →
Origin and cultural usage of Bara
In Indonesian naming, it can come from bara, the glowing remains of burning material. The word is inherited from Malay and has Austronesian roots.
Name combinations with Bara
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Bara, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Bara: glowing embers
- Dewata: a deity or divine being
- Langit: the expanse of sky above the earth
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Meaning of each word
- Bara: glowing embers
- Dadi: becoming, coming into being
- Mangaraja: king, ruler
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Bara Apriyanto
Meaning of each word
- Bara: glowing embers
- Apriyanto: born in April
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Meaning of each word
- Priawan: man, male
- Bara: glowing embers
- Atep: steadfast, firm
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Bara Gindo
Meaning of each word
- Bara: glowing embers
- Gindo: the honored one
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Bara Subagiyo Ardiansyah
Meaning of each word
- Bara: glowing embers
- Subagiyo: fortunate and prosperous
- Ardiansyah: mountain and king
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How to pronounce Bara
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /bara/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦧꦫ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮘᮛ |
Is Bara a boy’s name?
Yes, Bara is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 85% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Bara ranks #1,438 among boy names in our data sample (13 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Bara
Names with related meanings
Famous people named Bara
- Bara Krhisna Hasibuan · b. 1970
- Bara Tampubolon · b. 1985
- Bara Valentino · b. 1995
- Bara Pattiradjawane · b. 1964
- Bara K. Hasibuan · b. 1970
FAQ about the name Bara
What is the meaning of Bara?
Bara means glowing embers. In Indonesian naming, it can come from bara, the glowing remains of burning material. The word is inherited from Malay and has Austronesian roots.
Is Bara a boy’s name?
Yes, Bara is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 85% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Bara?
Bara is of Malay origin.
How many syllables does Bara have?
Bara has 2 syllables (Ba-ra) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Bara?
Bara ranks #1,438 among boy names in our data sample (13 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Bara?
Some ideas: Bara Dewata Langit; Bara Dadi Mangaraja; Bara Apriyanto.
Famous people named Bara?
Notable people named Bara include Bara Krhisna Hasibuan, Bara Tampubolon, Bara Valentino.
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