Boy name
Broto name meaning
“self-discipline and observance of vows”
Broto is a masculine Javanese name meaning self-discipline and observance of vows. It is a Javanese pronunciation of brata, transmitted through Old Javanese from Sanskrit vrata. The source word refers to a vow, religious observance, or discipline, connecting Broto with the related name element brata.
What does Broto mean?
Self-discipline and observance of vows
In Indonesian: laku pengendalian diri dan pantangan
The ending -to occurs in names associated with Javanese naming traditions, such as Susanto, Purwanto, and Yulianto. It has no single independent meaning; final -o often reflects a Javanese pronunciation of -a. More boy names ending in -to →
Origin and cultural usage of Broto
A Javanese pronunciation of brata, through Old Javanese from Sanskrit vrata ‘vow, religious observance or discipline’.
| Linguistic origin | Sanskrit, Old Javanese (Kawi), Javanese |
|---|---|
| Common in | Javanese |
| Starts with | B |
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Name combinations with Broto
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Broto, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Broto: self-discipline and observance of vows
- Surjadi: the sun
- Pratama: first, earliest
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Meaning of each word
- Broto: self-discipline and observance of vows
- Rebo: Wednesday
- Wijanarko: seed of the sun; radiant offspring
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Broto Mohan
Meaning of each word
- Broto: self-discipline and observance of vows
- Mohan: captivating, enchanting
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Meaning of each word
- Pranyoto: real, evident
- Broto: self-discipline and observance of vows
- Agam: male; sturdy and strong
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Broto Swastono
Meaning of each word
- Broto: self-discipline and observance of vows
- Swastono: healthy and well
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Meaning of each word
- Broto: self-discipline and observance of vows
- Prastyo: pledge or oath of loyalty
- Adikara: powerful, possessing authority
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How to pronounce Broto
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /broto/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦧꦿꦺꦴꦠꦺꦴ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮘᮢᮧᮒᮧ |
Is Broto a boy’s name?
Yes, Broto is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 86% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Broto ranks #1,661 among boy names in our data sample (11 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Broto
Names with related meanings
- Abdul♂Servant of
- Setiawan♂One who remains loyal
- Abdullah♂Servant of Allah
- Saleh♂Righteous, virtuous, devout
- Prasetyo♂A pledge of loyalty, a solemn vow
- Abidin♂Those who worship
- Muslim♂One who submits to God
- Setyo♂Faithful, true to one's word
- Abdurrahman♂Servant of God, the Most Merciful
- Setia♂♀Steadfast in loyalty
- Setiadi♂Faithful and noble
- Abdi♂Servant, attendant
Famous people named Broto
- Broto Sasongko
- Broto Wardoyo · b. 1979
FAQ about the name Broto
What is the meaning of Broto?
Broto means self-discipline and observance of vows. A Javanese pronunciation of brata, through Old Javanese from Sanskrit vrata ‘vow, religious observance or discipline’.
Is Broto a boy’s name?
Yes, Broto is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 86% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Broto?
Broto is of Sanskrit, Old Javanese (Kawi) and Javanese origin.
How many syllables does Broto have?
Broto has 2 syllables (Bro-to) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Broto?
Broto ranks #1,661 among boy names in our data sample (11 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Broto?
Some ideas: Broto Surjadi Pratama; Broto Rebo Wijanarko; Broto Mohan.
Famous people named Broto?
Notable people named Broto include Broto Sasongko, Broto Wardoyo.
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