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Cahyo name meaning

“light, radiance”

Aksara Jawa
Aksara Sunda
/tʃahjo/
Gender
♂ Boy
Origin
Javanese
Syllables
2
Popularity
#397

Cahyo is a masculine Javanese name meaning light or radiance. It is a name spelling of cahya, with the final vowel often represented by the letter o. The word traces through Old Javanese to Sanskrit chāyā, while Tjahjo and Tjahyo are spelling variants of the name.

What does Cahyo mean?

Light, radiance

In Indonesian: sinar, cahaya

Origin and cultural usage of Cahyo

A name spelling of Javanese cahya, whose final vowel is often represented as -o. The word traces through Old Javanese to Sanskrit chāyā.

Linguistic originJavanese, Old Javanese (Kawi), Sanskrit
Common inJavanese
Starts withC · Ca

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 Cahyo

Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Cahyo, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.

Cahyo as a first name

  • Cahyo Syaputra

    Interpretation
    May this son become a light throughout his everyday life.

    Meaning of each word

    • Cahyo: light, radiance
    • Syaputra: son, male child
  • Cahyo Kenny

    Interpretation
    A picture of a handsome child bringing a radiant light.

    Meaning of each word

    • Cahyo: light, radiance
    • Kenny: handsome; born of fire
  • Cahyo Febrian Ekaputra

    Interpretation
    A picture of a first son bringing light in February.

    Meaning of each word

    • Cahyo: light, radiance
    • Febrian: associated with February
    • Ekaputra: first son
  • Cahyo Pranyoto

    Interpretation
    May the light in his life always appear clear and evident.

    Meaning of each word

    • Cahyo: light, radiance
    • Pranyoto: real, evident
  • Cahyo Karta Septian

    Interpretation
    May September bring the light of a prosperous and secure life.

    Meaning of each word

    • Cahyo: light, radiance
    • Karta: prosperous, safe, fortunate
    • Septian: associated with the month of September
  • Cahyo Pratama

    Interpretation
    A picture of the first light at the beginning of life.

    Meaning of each word

    • Cahyo: light, radiance
    • Pratama: first, earliest
  • Cahyo Ariwibowo

    Interpretation
    May this younger sibling grow in dignity and bring light.

    Meaning of each word

    • Cahyo: light, radiance
    • Ariwibowo: dignified younger sibling
  • Cahyo Wiguna Praja

    Interpretation
    May his abilities become a useful light for the nation.

    Meaning of each word

    • Cahyo: light, radiance
    • Wiguna: useful, possessing ability
    • Praja: people, country or kingdom

Cahyo as a middle name

  • Pranyoto Cahyo Herianto

    Interpretation
    May he become a ruler of the home bringing clear light.

    Meaning of each word

    • Pranyoto: real, evident
    • Cahyo: light, radiance
    • Herianto: ruler of the home
  • Dwiki Cahyo Kaisar

    Interpretation
    A picture of a second child bringing light with an emperor's standing.

    Meaning of each word

    • Dwiki: two, second in order
    • Cahyo: light, radiance
    • Kaisar: ruler holding the imperial title
  • Hardiansyah Cahyo Febria

    Interpretation
    A picture of February light shining upon a tall mountain.

    Meaning of each word

    • Hardiansyah: mountain; king
    • Cahyo: light, radiance
    • Febria: associated with February
  • Sintong Cahyo Noldy

    Interpretation
    May he become a true light with an eagle's strength.

    Meaning of each word

    • Sintong: true, real, genuine
    • Cahyo: light, radiance
    • Noldy: eagle power
  • Sandro Cahyo Maruhum

    Interpretation
    May he be a light defending humanity and upholding law and justice.

    Meaning of each word

    • Sandro: defender of humankind
    • Cahyo: light, radiance
    • Maruhum: upholding law and justice
  • Kabul Cahyo Pradana

    Interpretation
    May the wish for a leader who brings light be fulfilled.

    Meaning of each word

    • Kabul: acceptance, fulfillment of a request
    • Cahyo: light, radiance
    • Pradana: the foremost, a leader

Cahyo as a last name

  • Pradana Saputra Cahyo

    Interpretation
    May this son become a leader who brings light.

    Meaning of each word

    • Pradana: the foremost, a leader
    • Saputra: son, male child
    • Cahyo: light, radiance
  • Prawira Cahyo

    Interpretation
    May he grow into a brave person who brings light.

    Meaning of each word

    • Prawira: a brave and valiant hero
    • Cahyo: light, radiance
  • Brian Cahyo

    Interpretation
    May he grow noble and become a light in life.

    Meaning of each word

    • Brian: noble, high-ranking
    • Cahyo: light, radiance
  • Gema Cahyo

    Interpretation
    A picture of radiant light accompanied by an echoing sound.

    Meaning of each word

    • Gema: sound reflected back
    • Cahyo: light, radiance
  • Aditama Pranata Cahyo

    Interpretation
    May his excellence become a light for an outstanding order.

    Meaning of each word

    • Aditama: most distinguished or excellent
    • Pranata: order; organizer
    • Cahyo: light, radiance
  • Dika Januardi Cahyo

    Interpretation
    May he become an outstanding light in the month of January.

    Meaning of each word

    • Dika: superior, greater
    • Januardi: associated with the month of January
    • Cahyo: light, radiance

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How to pronounce Cahyo

Syllables2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names
IPA/tʃahjo/
Javanese script (Aksara Jawa)ꦕꦃꦪꦺꦴ
Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda)ᮎᮂᮚᮧ

Is Cahyo a boy’s name?

Yes, Cahyo is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.

♂ Boys 100%Girls 0% ♀

Cahyo ranks #397 among boy names in our data sample (52 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.

Variants and similar names

The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):

Names that sound like Cahyo

Names with related meanings

Famous people named Cahyo

  • Cahyo Rahmadi
  • Cahyo Suryo Putro
  • A. Cahyo Yudho Kuncoro · b. 1965
  • Cahyo Bintoro Aryoseno · b. 1999
  • Cahyo Budisiswanto
  • Cahyo Fitriadi · b. 1996
  • Cahyo Harjo Prakoso · b. 1994
  • Cahyo Hendro Atmoko · b. 1972
  • Cahyo Rahadian Muzhar · b. 1969
  • Cahyo Wibowo · b. 1975
  • Cahyo Widagdo

FAQ about the name Cahyo

What is the meaning of Cahyo?

Cahyo means light, radiance. A name spelling of Javanese cahya, whose final vowel is often represented as -o. The word traces through Old Javanese to Sanskrit chāyā.

Is Cahyo a boy’s name?

Yes, Cahyo is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.

What is the origin of the name Cahyo?

Cahyo is of Javanese, Old Javanese (Kawi) and Sanskrit origin.

How many syllables does Cahyo have?

Cahyo has 2 syllables (Cah-yo) and 5 letters.

How popular is the name Cahyo?

Cahyo ranks #397 among boy names in our data sample (52 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.

What are other spellings of Cahyo?

Other spellings: Tjahjo, Tjahyo.

What full names go well with Cahyo?

Some ideas: Cahyo Syaputra; Pranyoto Cahyo Herianto; Pradana Saputra Cahyo.

Famous people named Cahyo?

Notable people named Cahyo include Cahyo Rahmadi, Cahyo Suryo Putro, A. Cahyo Yudho Kuncoro.

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