Boy name
Bawa name meaning
“being, state of existence”
Bawa is a masculine name in Balinese and Javanese naming, commonly linked to Sanskrit bhāva, meaning being, a state of existence, or feeling. This Sanskrit connection provides the interpretation of the name and is a more plausible naming source than the Indonesian verb bawa.
What does Bawa mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Bawa
In Balinese and Javanese naming, Bawa may derive from Sanskrit bhāva, meaning being, a state, or feeling. This is a more plausible naming source than the Indonesian verb bawa.
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 Bawa
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Bawa, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Bawa: being, state of existence
- Ucu: the youngest-born child
- Wagimin: associated with the Wage calendar day
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Meaning of each word
- Bawa: being, state of existence
- Adit: the sun
- Novendra: associated with November
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Bawa Pratama
Meaning of each word
- Bawa: being, state of existence
- Pratama: first, earliest
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Meaning of each word
- Dika: superior, greater
- Bawa: being, state of existence
- Subagya: happy and fortunate
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Bawa Indar
Meaning of each word
- Bawa: being, state of existence
- Indar: Indra, ruler of the gods
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Meaning of each word
- Bawa: being, state of existence
- Saputro: a good son
- Parada: rich, wealthy
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How to pronounce Bawa
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /bawa/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦧꦮ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮘᮝ |
Is Bawa a boy’s name?
Yes, Bawa is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Bawa ranks #2,173 among boy names in our data sample (8 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Bawa
Names with related meanings
- Umar♂Life, longevity
- Irawan♂Possessing freshness or vitality
- Yahya♂The prophet John's name
- Sugeng♂Safe, alive and well
- Sukma♂♀Soul, spirit of life
- Imran♂Prosperity, flourishing life
- Amran♂Prosperity, flourishing life
- Waluyo♂Recovered, safe, and well
- Yuwono♂Young, in one's youth
- Muda♂Young, still youthful
- Anom♂Young, youthful
- Margono♂Path, life's path
FAQ about the name Bawa
What is the meaning of Bawa?
Bawa means being, state of existence. In Balinese and Javanese naming, Bawa may derive from Sanskrit bhāva, meaning being, a state, or feeling. This is a more plausible naming source than the Indonesian verb bawa.
Is Bawa a boy’s name?
Yes, Bawa is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Bawa?
Bawa is of Sanskrit and Old Javanese (Kawi) origin.
How many syllables does Bawa have?
Bawa has 2 syllables (Ba-wa) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Bawa?
Bawa ranks #2,173 among boy names in our data sample (8 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Bawa?
Some ideas: Bawa Ucu Wagimin; Bawa Adit Novendra; Bawa Pratama.
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