Boy name
Gigih name meaning
“persistent, steadfast in effort”
- Gender
- ♂ Boy
- Origin
- Indonesian
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- #2,462
Gigih is a masculine name from the Indonesian word gigih, meaning persistent or steadfast in effort. The source word describes persistence and firmness in pursuing something. As a given name, it retains that word’s meaning, with its explanation centered on continued effort and steadfastness in a pursuit.
What does Gigih mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Gigih
Taken from Indonesian gigih, describing persistence and steadfast effort in pursuing something.
| Linguistic origin | Indonesian |
|---|---|
| Starts with | G |
Name combinations with Gigih
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Gigih, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Gigih Syailendra Rano
Meaning of each word
- Gigih: persistent, steadfast in effort
- Syailendra: lord of the mountains
- Rano: lake
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Meaning of each word
- Gigih: persistent, steadfast in effort
- Angger: young one, an address to a child
- Karman: action or the result of deeds
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Gigih Suriya
Meaning of each word
- Gigih: persistent, steadfast in effort
- Suriya: the sun
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Meaning of each word
- Saputra: son, male child
- Gigih: persistent, steadfast in effort
- Miharjo: prosperous, safe
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Gigih Atmo
Meaning of each word
- Gigih: persistent, steadfast in effort
- Atmo: soul or inner self
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Meaning of each word
- Gigih: persistent, steadfast in effort
- Ismoyo: another name for Semar
- Setiawan: one who remains loyal
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How to pronounce Gigih
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /gigih/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦒꦶꦒꦶꦃ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮌᮤᮌᮤᮂ |
Is Gigih a boy’s name?
Yes, Gigih is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Gigih ranks #2,462 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 Gigih
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 Gigih
- Gigih Andi Wijaya · b. 1984
- Gigih Herwibowo · b. 1968
- Gigih Prihantono
- Gigih Udi Atmo
- Gigih Widya Wirawan · b. 1982
FAQ about the name Gigih
What is the meaning of Gigih?
Gigih means persistent, steadfast in effort. Taken from Indonesian gigih, describing persistence and steadfast effort in pursuing something.
Is Gigih a boy’s name?
Yes, Gigih is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Gigih?
Gigih is of Indonesian origin.
How many syllables does Gigih have?
Gigih has 2 syllables (Gi-gih) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Gigih?
Gigih ranks #2,462 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 Gigih?
Some ideas: Gigih Syailendra Rano; Gigih Angger Karman; Gigih Suriya.
Famous people named Gigih?
Notable people named Gigih include Gigih Andi Wijaya, Gigih Herwibowo, Gigih Prihantono.
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