Boy name
Gagah name meaning
“stalwart, mighty, imposing”
- Gender
- ♂ Boy
- Origin
- Indonesian
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- #3,297
Gagah is a masculine name from Indonesian meaning ‘stalwart’, ‘mighty’, or ‘imposing’. It comes directly from the word gagah, which is also found in Malay. The source word describes strength or a stalwart, imposing appearance, providing the sense carried into its use as a given name.
What does Gagah mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Gagah
Taken from Indonesian gagah, also found in Malay, describing strength or a stalwart, imposing appearance.
| Linguistic origin | Indonesian, Malay |
|---|---|
| Starts with | G · Ga |
Name combinations with Gagah
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Gagah, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Gagah: stalwart, mighty, imposing
- Ara: fig tree
- Prakarsa: initiative to begin an undertaking
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Meaning of each word
- Gagah: stalwart, mighty, imposing
- Adie: foremost, excellent
- Wedakarna: Veda and ear
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Gagah Kaka
Meaning of each word
- Gagah: stalwart, mighty, imposing
- Kaka: an older sibling
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Meaning of each word
- Supriono: good and beloved
- Gagah: stalwart, mighty, imposing
- Bagja: fortunate, happy
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Gagah Raharja
Meaning of each word
- Gagah: stalwart, mighty, imposing
- Raharja: prosperous, peaceful, safe
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Meaning of each word
- Gagah: stalwart, mighty, imposing
- Negoro: country or royal realm
- Atep: steadfast, firm
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How to pronounce Gagah
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /gagah/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦒꦒꦃ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮌᮌᮂ |
Is Gagah a boy’s name?
Yes, Gagah is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Gagah ranks #3,297 among boy names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Gagah
Names with related meanings
- Santoso♂Secure, steadfast, prosperous
- Iskandar♂Defender of humankind
- Teguh♂Steadfast, not easily shaken
- Aziz♂Mighty, esteemed, dearly loved
- Hamzah♂Lion
- Azis♂Mighty, esteemed, dearly loved
- Kadir♂Capable, possessing power
- Santosa♂Steadfast, tranquil
- Ricky♂Powerful ruler
- Prabowo♂Authority, influence
- Dicky♂Powerful ruler
- Hermanto♂Warrior
Famous people named Gagah
- Gagah Saefudin · b. 1979
- Gagah Sewuttara
- Gagah Sunu Sumantri · b. 1956
- Moh. Gagah Suseno
FAQ about the name Gagah
What is the meaning of Gagah?
Gagah means stalwart, mighty, imposing. Taken from Indonesian gagah, also found in Malay, describing strength or a stalwart, imposing appearance.
Is Gagah a boy’s name?
Yes, Gagah is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Gagah?
Gagah is of Indonesian and Malay origin.
How many syllables does Gagah have?
Gagah has 2 syllables (Ga-gah) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Gagah?
Gagah ranks #3,297 among boy names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Gagah?
Some ideas: Gagah Ara Prakarsa; Gagah Adie Wedakarna; Gagah Kaka.
Famous people named Gagah?
Notable people named Gagah include Gagah Saefudin, Gagah Sewuttara, Gagah Sunu Sumantri.
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