Unisex name
Eri name meaning
“thorn”
Eri is a name used for both boys and girls, commonly linked to Javanese eri, meaning thorn. The same word also means fishbone and appears in Old Javanese as ĕri. Ery and Erry are alternative spellings of the name associated with this form.
What does Eri mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Eri
In Javanese, eri means 'thorn' and also 'fishbone'. The word occurs in Old Javanese as ĕri; its use as a name may follow this word.
| Linguistic origin | Javanese, Old Javanese (Kawi) |
|---|---|
| Starts with | E · Er |
Name combinations with Eri
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Eri, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Eri as a first name
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Eri Gibran
Interpretation
May restoration come whenever the journey of life feels full of thorns.Meaning of each word
- Eri: thorn
- Gibran: restoration, compensation for loss
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Interpretation
May daytime joy remain present even among the thorns of life.Meaning of each word
- Eri: thorn
- Pramudya: joy and delight
- Rino: day or daytime
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Eri Dipo
Interpretation
May a lamp keep illuminating the path that is full of thorns.Meaning of each word
- Eri: thorn
- Dipo: lamp, source of light
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Eri Reynaldi
Interpretation
May a ruler offer counsel along a path filled with thorns.Meaning of each word
- Eri: thorn
- Reynaldi: ruler with counsel
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Interpretation
May wisdom bring order to life even along a thorny path.Meaning of each word
- Eri: thorn
- Pranata: order; organizer
- Wicaksana: wise and discerning
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Eri Setyadi
Interpretation
May faithfulness and excellence endure among the thorns of life.Meaning of each word
- Eri: thorn
- Setyadi: faithful and excellent
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Interpretation
A picture of a mighty journey across a path full of thorns.Meaning of each word
- Eri: thorn
- Bimo: formidable, awe-inspiring
- Safari: journey
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Eri Rio
Interpretation
A picture of a river continuing to flow among the thorns.Meaning of each word
- Eri: thorn
- Rio: a river
Eri as a middle name
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Interpretation
May happiness and beauty remain present among the thorns of life.Meaning of each word
- Bagja: fortunate, happy
- Eri: thorn
- Sulistya: beautiful and pleasing to behold
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Interpretation
May restoration and inner concentration accompany a journey filled with thorns.Meaning of each word
- Gibran: restoration, compensation for loss
- Eri: thorn
- Yoga: union, contemplative practice
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Interpretation
A picture of a thorny mountain rising alongside respect for justice.Meaning of each word
- Arga: mountain, towering summit
- Eri: thorn
- Maruhum: upholding law and justice
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Interpretation
May the prince find abundance even when his path has thorns.Meaning of each word
- Inu: prince; royal son
- Eri: thorn
- Zidane: increase, abundance
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Interpretation
May a son remain courteous even while walking a thorny path.Meaning of each word
- Saputra: son, male child
- Eri: thorn
- Winata: humble, well-mannered
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Interpretation
May useful skills bring benefit throughout a journey filled with thorns.Meaning of each word
- Wiguna: useful, possessing ability
- Eri: thorn
- Safari: journey
Eri as a last name
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Manggala Eri
Interpretation
May a leader bring good fortune even along a thorny path.Meaning of each word
- Manggala: leader, bringer of good fortune
- Eri: thorn
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Interpretation
May a knight keep shining brightly among the thorns of life.Meaning of each word
- Satria: knight, noble warrior
- Gumilang: gleaming, shining brightly
- Eri: thorn
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Gumilang Eri
Interpretation
A picture of light sparkling brightly among a stretch of thorns.Meaning of each word
- Gumilang: gleaming, shining brightly
- Eri: thorn
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Adiputra Eri
Interpretation
May an excellent son make his way along a path of thorns.Meaning of each word
- Adiputra: an outstanding son
- Eri: thorn
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Budiawan Eri
Interpretation
May virtue continue to grow amid a life filled with thorns.Meaning of each word
- Budiawan: possessing virtue or good character
- Eri: thorn
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Arga Eri
Interpretation
A picture of a mountain peak rising above a stretch of thorns.Meaning of each word
- Arga: mountain, towering summit
- Eri: thorn
How to pronounce Eri
| Syllables | 2 · 3 letters · 3-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /əri/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦺꦫꦶ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮈᮛᮤ |
Is Eri a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Eri is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 69% of bearers are male. See all unisex names.
Eri ranks #72 among unisex names in our data sample (39 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 Eri
Names with related meanings
Famous people named Eri
- Eri Irianto · b. 1974
- Eri Cahyadi · b. 1977
- Eri Marina Yo · b. 1987
- Eri Radityawara Hidayat
- Eri Aryani Abubakar · b. 1965
- Eri Budiono
- Eri Effendi · b. 1970
- Eri Haryati Sundari · b. 1972
- Eri Junaedi
- Eri Juniarti · b. 1970
- Eri Kiswanto · b. 1987
- Eri Mustari
FAQ about the name Eri
What is the meaning of Eri?
Eri means thorn. In Javanese, eri means 'thorn' and also 'fishbone'. The word occurs in Old Javanese as ĕri; its use as a name may follow this word.
Is Eri a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Eri is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 69% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Eri?
Eri is of Javanese and Old Javanese (Kawi) origin.
How many syllables does Eri have?
Eri has 2 syllables (E-ri) and 3 letters.
How popular is the name Eri?
Eri ranks #72 among unisex names in our data sample (39 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Eri?
Other spellings: Ery, Erry.
What full names go well with Eri?
Some ideas: Eri Gibran; Bagja Eri Sulistya; Manggala Eri.
Famous people named Eri?
Notable people named Eri include Eri Irianto, Eri Cahyadi, Eri Marina Yo.
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