Boy name
Bima name meaning
“formidable, awe-inspiring”
Bima is a masculine name meaning “formidable” or “awe-inspiring,” derived from Sanskrit bhīma. It passed through Old Javanese and Javanese tradition. Bima is also the name of one of the Pandava brothers in the Mahabharata, connecting the name with that epic figure.
What does Bima mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Bima
Bima derives from Sanskrit bhīma through Old Javanese and Javanese tradition. It names one of the Pandava brothers in the Mahabharata.
| Linguistic origin | Sanskrit, Old Javanese (Kawi), Javanese |
|---|---|
| Common in | Javanese, Balinese |
| Naming tradition | Hindu |
| Starts with | B |
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 Bima
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Bima, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Bima as a first name
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Bima Mardika
Interpretation
May you grow freely into a person of formidable power.Meaning of each word
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
- Mardika: free, unbound
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Interpretation
May you become an outstanding warrior, formidable and steadfast through hardship.Meaning of each word
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
- Tegar: steadfast, resilient in hardship
- Wiratama: an outstanding warrior
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Bima Purna
Interpretation
May you grow into a complete person of tremendous power.Meaning of each word
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
- Purna: whole, complete, perfect
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Interpretation
May you become an exceptional person, steadfast and formidable.Meaning of each word
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
- Hutama: foremost, most excellent
- Tegar: steadfast, resilient in hardship
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Interpretation
An image of a formidable, courageous man associated with Mars.Meaning of each word
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
- Anggara: Tuesday, the planet Mars
- Farrel: a man of valor
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Bima Rico
Interpretation
May you become a powerful ruler with a formidable presence.Meaning of each word
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
- Rico: a powerful ruler
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Bima Karta
Interpretation
May you possess tremendous power within a prosperous and secure life.Meaning of each word
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
- Karta: prosperous, safe, fortunate
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Interpretation
May you become a formidable person filled with wisdom and joy.Meaning of each word
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
- Joy: a feeling of delight, gladness
- Sian: wise; virtuous
Bima as a middle name
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Interpretation
May you possess steadfast loyalty, tremendous energy, and strength to bear burdens.Meaning of each word
- Prasetia: a solemn pledge, fidelity
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
- Kuwat: strong and able to endure
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Interpretation
May you become a warrior whose words carry tremendous, formidable force.Meaning of each word
- Satryo: knight or warrior
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
- Handika: speech, words
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Interpretation
An image of a formidable judge renowned on the battlefield.Meaning of each word
- Ludwig: renowned in battle
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
- Dayan: judge or arbiter
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Interpretation
An image of a possible little king, formidable within a valley.Meaning of each word
- Ryan: possibly little king
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
- Dean: valley, land between hills
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Interpretation
May the day be filled with tremendous power and success.Meaning of each word
- Rino: day or daytime
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
- Senjaya: victory, success
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Interpretation
An image of an eagle, formidable and beautiful to behold.Meaning of each word
- Elang: large bird of prey
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
- Sulistya: beautiful and pleasing to behold
Bima as a last name
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Dayan Bima
Interpretation
May you become a giver of judgments with formidable power.Meaning of each word
- Dayan: judge or arbiter
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
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Vicky Bima
Interpretation
May you achieve victory with tremendous power and a formidable presence.Meaning of each word
- Vicky: victory; victor
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
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Laksmana Bima
Interpretation
May you possess a mark of good fortune and tremendous power.Meaning of each word
- Laksmana: bearing auspicious marks
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
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Interpretation
May you become a guardian of all, courageous and formidable.Meaning of each word
- Alvaro: guardian of all
- Prawira: a brave and valiant hero
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
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Wiratama Bima
Interpretation
May you become an outstanding warrior with truly formidable power.Meaning of each word
- Wiratama: an outstanding warrior
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
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Ronaldo Bima
Interpretation
May you become a formidable ruler guided by wise judgment.Meaning of each word
- Ronaldo: ruler with wise counsel
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
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How to pronounce Bima
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
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| IPA | /bima/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦧꦶꦩ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮘᮤᮙ |
Is Bima a boy’s name?
Yes, Bima is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 97% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Bima ranks #554 among boy names in our data sample (36 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Bima
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 Bima
- Bima Sakti Tukiman · b. 1976
- Bima Arya Sugiarto · b. 1972
- Bima Haria Wibisana
- Bima Samudra · b. 1989
- Bima Wisnu Nugraha · b. 1968
- Bima Abdi Negara · b. 1994
- Bima Azriel · b. 2006
- Bima Marzuki · b. 1983
- Bima Prasena · b. 1985
- Bima Al Ayman Modjo
- Bima Audia Pratama · b. 2000
- Bima Citra Yudha · b. 1978
FAQ about the name Bima
What is the meaning of Bima?
Bima means formidable, awe-inspiring. Bima derives from Sanskrit bhīma through Old Javanese and Javanese tradition. It names one of the Pandava brothers in the Mahabharata.
Is Bima a boy’s name?
Yes, Bima is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 97% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Bima?
Bima is of Sanskrit, Old Javanese (Kawi) and Javanese origin.
How many syllables does Bima have?
Bima has 2 syllables (Bi-ma) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Bima?
Bima ranks #554 among boy names in our data sample (36 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Bima?
Some ideas: Bima Mardika; Prasetia Bima Kuwat; Dayan Bima.
Famous people named Bima?
Notable people named Bima include Bima Sakti Tukiman, Bima Arya Sugiarto, Bima Haria Wibisana.
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