Boy name
Buana name meaning
“world, universe”
Buana is a masculine name meaning world or universe, derived from Sanskrit bhuvana, meaning the world or a realm of existence. The form Buana spread through languages of the Indonesian archipelago, including Malay and Old Javanese, which form part of its linguistic history.
What does Buana mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Buana
From Sanskrit bhuvana, meaning the world or a realm of existence. Buana spread through languages of the Indonesian archipelago, including Malay and Old Javanese.
| Linguistic origin | Sanskrit, Old Javanese (Kawi), Malay |
|---|---|
| Starts with | B · Bu |
Name combinations with Buana
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Buana, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Buana: world, universe
- Wagiman: associated with the Wage market day
- Yoga: union, contemplative practice
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Meaning of each word
- Buana: world, universe
- Santana: offspring, continuation of a family
- Gema: sound reflected back
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Buana Nuryanto
Meaning of each word
- Buana: world, universe
- Nuryanto: light; the name element Yanto
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Meaning of each word
- Mitra: a friend, a close companion
- Buana: world, universe
- Cahyanto: light or radiance
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Buana Ganesha
Meaning of each word
- Buana: world, universe
- Ganesha: lord of the divine hosts
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Meaning of each word
- Buana: world, universe
- Raharja: prosperous, peaceful, safe
- Yoga: union, contemplative practice
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How to pronounce Buana
| Syllables | 3 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /buana/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦧꦸꦲꦤ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮘᮥᮃᮔ |
Is Buana a boy’s name?
Yes, Buana is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 85% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Buana ranks #1,129 among boy names in our data sample (17 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
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FAQ about the name Buana
What is the meaning of Buana?
Buana means world, universe. From Sanskrit bhuvana, meaning the world or a realm of existence. Buana spread through languages of the Indonesian archipelago, including Malay and Old Javanese.
Is Buana a boy’s name?
Yes, Buana is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 85% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Buana?
Buana is of Sanskrit, Old Javanese (Kawi) and Malay origin.
How many syllables does Buana have?
Buana has 3 syllables (Bu-a-na) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Buana?
Buana ranks #1,129 among boy names in our data sample (17 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Buana?
Some ideas: Buana Wagiman Yoga; Buana Santana Gema; Buana Nuryanto.
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