Boy name
Eko name meaning
“one; first in order”
Eko is a masculine Javanese name meaning one or first in order. It is the Javanese form of Eka, which comes from Sanskrit eka, meaning one. In naming, Eko is often used to mark the first birth position, connecting its numerical meaning with its use as a given name.
What does Eko mean?
One; first in order
In Indonesian: satu; urutan pertama
Origin and cultural usage of Eko
A Javanese form of Eka, from Sanskrit eka, meaning one. It is often used to mark the first birth position.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
How to pronounce Eko
| Syllables | 2 · 3 letters · 3-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /ɛko/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦺꦏꦺꦴ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮈᮊᮧ |
Is Eko a boy’s name?
Yes, Eko is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 96% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Eko ranks #16 among boy names in our data sample (402 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Eko
Famous people named Eko
- Eko Yuli Irawan · b. 1989
- Eko Patrio · b. 1970
- Eko Purjianto · b. 1976
- Eko Maulana Ali · b. 1951
- Eko Pece · b. 1970
- Eko Roni Saputra · b. 1991
- Eko Tunas · b. 1956
- Eko Alvares · b. 1965
- Eko Budihardjo · b. 1944
- Eko DJ · b. 1952
- Eko Indra Heri · b. 1964
- Eko Margiyono · b. 1967
FAQ about the name Eko
What is the meaning of Eko?
Eko means one; first in order. A Javanese form of Eka, from Sanskrit eka, meaning one. It is often used to mark the first birth position.
Is Eko a boy’s name?
Yes, Eko is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 96% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Eko?
Eko is of Javanese and Sanskrit origin.
How many syllables does Eko have?
Eko has 2 syllables (E-ko) and 3 letters.
How popular is the name Eko?
Eko ranks #16 among boy names in our data sample (402 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Famous people named Eko?
Notable people named Eko include Eko Yuli Irawan, Eko Patrio, Eko Purjianto.
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