Boy name
Dewa name meaning
“a male divine being”
Dewa is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning a male divine being. It comes from deva, meaning god, a word borrowed into several Indonesian languages. Alongside its use as a given name, Dewa also functions as a title element within the Balinese naming tradition.
What does Dewa mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Dewa
From Sanskrit deva, 'god', borrowed into several Indonesian languages. Dewa also functions as a title element in Balinese naming.
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 Dewa
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Dewa, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Dewa: a male divine being
- Mada: intoxication or intense passion
- Lingga: a sign or emblem of Shiva
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Meaning of each word
- Dewa: a male divine being
- Rakasiwi: elder sibling’s child
- Tompo: to receive, to accept
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Dewa Raharja
Meaning of each word
- Dewa: a male divine being
- Raharja: prosperous, peaceful, safe
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Meaning of each word
- Sugihono: wealthy; prosperous
- Dewa: a male divine being
- Pranyoto: real, evident
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Dewa Jun
Meaning of each word
- Dewa: a male divine being
- Jun: the month of June
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Meaning of each word
- Dewa: a male divine being
- Mahesa: buffalo
- Cahyanto: light or radiance
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How to pronounce Dewa
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /dɛwa/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦢꦺꦮ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮓᮨᮝ |
Is Dewa a boy’s name?
Yes, Dewa is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Dewa ranks #1,668 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 Dewa
Names with related meanings
- Yusuf♂May God add
- Wahyu♂♀Divine message or inspiration
- Indra♂Name of the god of rain and thunder
- Abdullah♂Servant of Allah
- Ismail♂God hears
- Iwan♂God is gracious
- Daniel♂God is my judge
- Yohanes♂God has shown favour
- John♂God grants grace
- Firman♂God's word, divine command
- Denny♂Associated with the god Dionysos
- Deni♂Associated with the god Dionysos
Famous people named Dewa
- Ratu Dewa · b. 1969
FAQ about the name Dewa
What is the meaning of Dewa?
Dewa means a male divine being. From Sanskrit deva, 'god', borrowed into several Indonesian languages. Dewa also functions as a title element in Balinese naming.
Is Dewa a boy’s name?
Yes, Dewa is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Dewa?
Dewa is of Sanskrit origin.
How many syllables does Dewa have?
Dewa has 2 syllables (De-wa) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Dewa?
Dewa ranks #1,668 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 Dewa?
Some ideas: Dewa Mada Lingga; Dewa Rakasiwi Tompo; Dewa Raharja.
Famous people named Dewa?
Notable people named Dewa include Ratu Dewa.
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