Boy name
Dewantara name meaning
“among the gods”
Dewantara is a masculine name commonly linked to the meaning “among the gods”. It is interpreted through Sanskrit deva, meaning “god”, and antara, meaning “between” or “within”, transmitted into Javanese. The combined meaning is a naming interpretation drawn from these two elements and their meanings.
What does Dewantara mean?
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 Dewantara
Conventionally interpreted through Sanskrit deva, 'god', and antara, 'between, within', transmitted into Javanese. The combined gloss is a naming interpretation.
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 Dewantara
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Dewantara, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Dewantara: among the gods
- Triyoga: three unions or disciplines
- Patra: leaf, written sheet
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Meaning of each word
- Dewantara: among the gods
- Rakai: territorial chief, ruler
- Andika: an authoritative command or decree
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Dewantara Harta
Meaning of each word
- Dewantara: among the gods
- Harta: wealth, valuable possessions
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Meaning of each word
- Marhaen: ordinary working people
- Dewantara: among the gods
- Perdana: the first or foremost
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Dewantara Adiguna
Meaning of each word
- Dewantara: among the gods
- Adiguna: outstanding in ability
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Meaning of each word
- Dewantara: among the gods
- Ramot: careful, watchful
- Syaputra: son, male child
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How to pronounce Dewantara
| Syllables | 4 · 9 letters · 9-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /dɛwantara/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦢꦺꦮꦤ꧀ꦠꦫ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮓᮨᮝᮔ᮪ᮒᮛ |
Is Dewantara a boy’s name?
Yes, Dewantara is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 86% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Dewantara ranks #2,432 among boy names in our data sample (7 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Dewantara
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
FAQ about the name Dewantara
What is the meaning of Dewantara?
Dewantara means among the gods. Conventionally interpreted through Sanskrit deva, 'god', and antara, 'between, within', transmitted into Javanese. The combined gloss is a naming interpretation.
Is Dewantara a boy’s name?
Yes, Dewantara is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 86% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Dewantara?
Dewantara is of Sanskrit and Javanese origin.
How many syllables does Dewantara have?
Dewantara has 4 syllables (De-wan-ta-ra) and 9 letters.
How popular is the name Dewantara?
Dewantara ranks #2,432 among boy names in our data sample (7 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Dewantara?
Some ideas: Dewantara Triyoga Patra; Dewantara Rakai Andika; Dewantara Harta.
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