Boy name
Cakra name meaning
“wheel, discus-shaped weapon”
Cakra is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning “wheel” or “discus-shaped weapon.” It comes from cakra, meaning “wheel” or “discus,” a word also borrowed into Old Javanese. In literature, the same word can refer to a weapon shaped like a disc.
What does Cakra mean?
Wheel, discus-shaped weapon
In Indonesian: roda, senjata berbentuk piringan
The ending -ra appears in Putra, Indra, and Chandra, names connected with Sanskrit vocabulary. The letters -ra do not carry one shared meaning; the meaning belongs to each complete word. More boy names ending in -ra →
Origin and cultural usage of Cakra
From Sanskrit cakra, 'wheel' or 'discus', also borrowed into Old Javanese. In literature it can refer to a discus-shaped weapon.
| Linguistic origin | Sanskrit, Old Javanese (Kawi) |
|---|---|
| Starts with | C · Ca |
Name combinations with Cakra
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Cakra, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Cakra Ferdiansyah Wijanarko
Meaning of each word
- Cakra: wheel, discus-shaped weapon
- Ferdiansyah: brave ruler
- Wijanarko: seed of the sun; radiant offspring
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Meaning of each word
- Cakra: wheel, discus-shaped weapon
- Bangkit: rise again, begin moving forward
- Prayoga: proper, suitable, good
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Cakra Ekaputra
Meaning of each word
- Cakra: wheel, discus-shaped weapon
- Ekaputra: first son
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Meaning of each word
- Priyatna: alert, careful in one's actions
- Cakra: wheel, discus-shaped weapon
- Drajad: rank or dignity
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Cakra Mada
Meaning of each word
- Cakra: wheel, discus-shaped weapon
- Mada: intoxication or intense passion
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Meaning of each word
- Cakra: wheel, discus-shaped weapon
- Mada: intoxication or intense passion
- Setiyawan: one who is faithful
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How to pronounce Cakra
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /tʃakra/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦕꦏꦿ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮎᮊ᮪ᮛ |
Is Cakra a boy’s name?
Yes, Cakra is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Cakra ranks #1,442 among boy names in our data sample (13 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Cakra
Famous people named Cakra
- Cakra Khan · b. 1992
- Andi Cakra Wahyudi · b. 1975
- Cakra Alam · b. 1962
- Cakra Ciputra · b. 1964
- Cakra Heru Santosa · b. 1969
- Cakra Nur Budi Hartanto
- Cakra Utama · b. 1977
- Cakra Yudi Putra · b. 1996
FAQ about the name Cakra
What is the meaning of Cakra?
Cakra means wheel, discus-shaped weapon. From Sanskrit cakra, 'wheel' or 'discus', also borrowed into Old Javanese. In literature it can refer to a discus-shaped weapon.
Is Cakra a boy’s name?
Yes, Cakra is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Cakra?
Cakra is of Sanskrit and Old Javanese (Kawi) origin.
How many syllables does Cakra have?
Cakra has 2 syllables (Cak-ra) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Cakra?
Cakra ranks #1,442 among boy names in our data sample (13 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Cakra?
Some ideas: Cakra Ferdiansyah Wijanarko; Cakra Bangkit Prayoga; Cakra Ekaputra.
Famous people named Cakra?
Notable people named Cakra include Cakra Khan, Andi Cakra Wahyudi, Cakra Alam.
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