Boy name
Baskara name meaning
“sun, maker of light”
Baskara is a masculine name derived from Sanskrit bhāskara, meaning sun or maker of light. The source word is a term for the sun whose literal meaning is maker of light. It also entered Javanese literary vocabulary, providing another linguistic context for the name.
What does Baskara 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 Baskara
From Sanskrit bhāskara, a word for the sun literally meaning maker of light. The word also entered Javanese literary vocabulary.
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 Baskara
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Baskara, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Baskara: sun, maker of light
- Satria: knight, noble warrior
- Wirajaya: a victorious hero
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Meaning of each word
- Baskara: sun, maker of light
- Pranata: order; organizer
- Adie: foremost, excellent
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Baskara Aditiya
Meaning of each word
- Baskara: sun, maker of light
- Aditiya: sun; son of Aditi
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Adityo Baskara Dirgantara
Meaning of each word
- Adityo: the sun or sun deity
- Baskara: sun, maker of light
- Dirgantara: the vast expanse of the sky
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Baskara Raditya
Meaning of each word
- Baskara: sun, maker of light
- Raditya: the sun
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Baskara Daya Tjokrorahardjo
Meaning of each word
- Baskara: sun, maker of light
- Daya: strength or ability
- Tjokrorahardjo: discus and well-being
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How to pronounce Baskara
| Syllables | 3 · 7 letters · 7-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /baskara/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦧꦱ꧀ꦏꦫ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮘᮞ᮪ᮊᮛ |
Is Baskara a boy’s name?
Yes, Baskara is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Baskara ranks #1,795 among boy names in our data sample (10 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Baskara
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 Baskara
- Baskara Mahendra · b. 1993
- Baskara Wardaya · b. 1961
- Baskara Harimukti Sukarya · b. 1958
- I Gusti Bagus Baskara Nugraha · b. 1976
FAQ about the name Baskara
What is the meaning of Baskara?
Baskara means sun, maker of light. From Sanskrit bhāskara, a word for the sun literally meaning maker of light. The word also entered Javanese literary vocabulary.
Is Baskara a boy’s name?
Yes, Baskara is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Baskara?
Baskara is of Sanskrit and Javanese origin.
How many syllables does Baskara have?
Baskara has 3 syllables (Bas-ka-ra) and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Baskara?
Baskara ranks #1,795 among boy names in our data sample (10 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Baskara?
Some ideas: Baskara Satria Wirajaya; Baskara Pranata Adie; Baskara Aditiya.
Famous people named Baskara?
Notable people named Baskara include Baskara Mahendra, Baskara Wardaya, Baskara Harimukti Sukarya.
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