Boy name
Hari name meaning
“day; lion in Sanskrit”
- Gender
- ♂ Boy
- Origin
- Indonesian
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- #92
Hari is a masculine name commonly linked to Indonesian hari, meaning day, or Sanskrit Hari, which can mean lion. In Sanskrit, Hari is also an epithet of Vishnu. Related spellings include Hary, Harri, and Harry, although Harry can also derive from a separate European name.
What does Hari mean?
The ending -ri occurs in names with different origins, including Hari, Andri, and Basri. It is not a single suffix with a shared meaning; each name needs to be understood as a whole. More boy names ending in -ri →
Origin and cultural usage of Hari
The name may relate to Indonesian hari, meaning day, or Sanskrit Hari, which can mean lion and is an epithet of Vishnu. Harry can also represent a separate European name.
| Linguistic origin | Indonesian, Malay, Sanskrit |
|---|---|
| Starts with | H · Ha |
Name combinations with Hari
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Hari, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Hari as a first name
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Hari Alfandy
Interpretation
May this child spend each day as an honored, respected person.Meaning of each word
- Hari: day; lion in Sanskrit
- Alfandy: sir, respected person
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Hari Praja
Interpretation
A picture of a day within the life of people and country.Meaning of each word
- Hari: day; lion in Sanskrit
- Praja: people, country or kingdom
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Hari Wibi
Interpretation
May this child live each day with strength and authority.Meaning of each word
- Hari: day; lion in Sanskrit
- Wibi: power, authority
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Interpretation
A picture of a day with an awesome, formidable radiance.Meaning of each word
- Hari: day; lion in Sanskrit
- Bisma: formidable, awe-inspiring
- Teja: radiance, brilliance
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Interpretation
A picture of a strong ruler, life's pulse filling each day.Meaning of each word
- Hari: day; lion in Sanskrit
- Nadi: blood vessel, pulse of life
- Richardo: strong ruler
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Hari Safari
Interpretation
May each day become part of this child's journey through life.Meaning of each word
- Hari: day; lion in Sanskrit
- Safari: journey
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Interpretation
May this boy live each day with an awesome presence.Meaning of each word
- Hari: day; lion in Sanskrit
- Bima: formidable, awe-inspiring
- Agam: male; sturdy and strong
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Hari Saputera
Interpretation
May this son be present throughout each day of life.Meaning of each word
- Hari: day; lion in Sanskrit
- Saputera: son, boy
Hari as a middle name
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Interpretation
A picture of a knight crossing water during a warrior's day.Meaning of each word
- Airlangga: one who crosses water
- Hari: day; lion in Sanskrit
- Satria: knight, noble warrior
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Interpretation
A picture of a day in June filled with light.Meaning of each word
- Jun: the month of June
- Hari: day; lion in Sanskrit
- Cahyo: light, radiance
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Interpretation
May this child live each day with excellence and strength like steel.Meaning of each word
- Baja: strong, hard metal
- Hari: day; lion in Sanskrit
- Dika: superior, greater
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Interpretation
May this child live each day with goodness, counsel, and authority.Meaning of each word
- Prayoga: proper, suitable, good
- Hari: day; lion in Sanskrit
- Renaldo: counsel and rule
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Interpretation
A picture of a guardian of all, beautiful and magnificent each day.Meaning of each word
- Alvaro: guardian of all
- Hari: day; lion in Sanskrit
- Ferial: beautiful and majestic in appearance
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Interpretation
May each day bring this child success and wishes fulfilled.Meaning of each word
- Senjaya: victory, success
- Hari: day; lion in Sanskrit
- Kabul: acceptance, fulfillment of a request
Hari as a last name
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Putra Hari
Interpretation
May this boy be present throughout each day of life.Meaning of each word
- Putra: son; royal prince
- Hari: day; lion in Sanskrit
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Interpretation
A picture of an excellent knight filling the day with thunder.Meaning of each word
- Wiratama: an outstanding warrior
- Guntoro: thunder
- Hari: day; lion in Sanskrit
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Dika Hari
Interpretation
May each day offer this child an opportunity for growing excellence.Meaning of each word
- Dika: superior, greater
- Hari: day; lion in Sanskrit
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Wiguna Hari
Interpretation
May this child live each day with skill and usefulness.Meaning of each word
- Wiguna: useful, possessing ability
- Hari: day; lion in Sanskrit
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Joy Hari
Interpretation
May every day of this child's life be filled with joy.Meaning of each word
- Joy: a feeling of delight, gladness
- Hari: day; lion in Sanskrit
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Aditia Hari
Interpretation
A picture of a day filled with sunlight from morning until evening.Meaning of each word
- Aditia: sun; son of Aditi
- Hari: day; lion in Sanskrit
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How to pronounce Hari
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /hari/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦫꦶ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮠᮛᮤ |
Is Hari a boy’s name?
Yes, Hari is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 93% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Hari ranks #92 among boy names in our data sample (164 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 Hari
- Hadi♂Guide, one who gives direction
- Heri♂Ruler of the household
- Haris♂Guardian or protector
- Hardi♂Mountain, mountains
- Hasri♂Beautiful, pleasing to the eye
- Hakim♂Wise, possessing wisdom
- Heru♂Arrow
- Hamid♂Praiseworthy, deserving praise
- Halim♂Forbearing, gentle, slow to anger
- Harun♂Exalted
- Hery♂Ruler of the household
- Hafid♂Guardian, preserver
Names with related meanings
- Fajar♂Light before sunrise
- Ramadhan♂The fasting month of the Islamic calendar
- Purwanto♂Beginning, that which comes first
- Yuli♂♀Associated with the month of July
- Yulianto♂Associated with July
- Ramadhani♂♀Associated with the month of Ramadan
- Syahrul♂A calendar month
- Riyadi♂Connected with a festive holiday
- Febri♂♀Associated with February
- Yanuar♂Associated with January
- Juli♂♀The seventh month of the Gregorian calendar
- Septian♂Associated with the month of September
Famous people named Hari
- Hari Habrian · b. 1992
- Hari Sabarno · b. 1944
- Hari Fitrianto · b. 1985
- Hari Novian Caniago · b. 1986
- Hari Nur Cahya Murni · b. 1961
- Hari Nur Yulianto · b. 1989
- Hari Putra · b. 1997
- Hari Aji Sugianto (militer)
- Hari Bowo · b. 1956
- Hari Budianto · b. 1963
- Hari Darmawan · b. 1940
- Hari Murti
FAQ about the name Hari
What is the meaning of Hari?
Hari means day; lion in Sanskrit. The name may relate to Indonesian hari, meaning day, or Sanskrit Hari, which can mean lion and is an epithet of Vishnu. Harry can also represent a separate European name.
Is Hari a boy’s name?
Yes, Hari is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 93% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Hari?
Hari is of Indonesian, Malay and Sanskrit origin.
How many syllables does Hari have?
Hari has 2 syllables (Ha-ri) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Hari?
Hari ranks #92 among boy names in our data sample (164 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Hari?
Other spellings: Harry, Hary, Harri.
What full names go well with Hari?
Some ideas: Hari Alfandy; Airlangga Hari Satria; Putra Hari.
Famous people named Hari?
Notable people named Hari include Hari Habrian, Hari Sabarno, Hari Fitrianto.
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