Boy name
Heru name meaning
“arrow”
- Gender
- ♂ Boy
- Origin
- Old Javanese (Kawi)
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- #72
Heru is a masculine name commonly linked to Old Javanese hru, meaning arrow. The form Heru reflects a pronunciation adapted from that source word in Javanese usage. This connection between hru and Heru provides the basis for understanding arrow as the meaning of the name.
What does Heru mean?
Arrow
In Indonesian: panah
Origin and cultural usage of Heru
Commonly linked to Old Javanese hru, meaning “arrow,” with its pronunciation adapted to Heru.
| Linguistic origin | Old Javanese (Kawi), Javanese |
|---|---|
| Common in | Javanese |
| Starts with | H · He |
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Heru
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Heru, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Heru as a first name
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Heru Nara
Interpretation
A picture of a person with an arrow as part of himself.Meaning of each word
- Heru: arrow
- Nara: human being, person
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Heru Setyadi
Interpretation
May loyalty and excellence accompany steps as decisive as an arrow's flight.Meaning of each word
- Heru: arrow
- Setyadi: faithful and excellent
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Interpretation
A picture of an honorable person with an arrow in a valley.Meaning of each word
- Heru: arrow
- Alfandy: sir, respected person
- Dean: valley, land between hills
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Heru Priawan
Interpretation
A picture of a man carrying an arrow through his life.Meaning of each word
- Heru: arrow
- Priawan: man, male
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Heru Tanu
Interpretation
A picture of a steadfast self, like an arrow held close.Meaning of each word
- Heru: arrow
- Tanu: body, self
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Interpretation
May happiness, noble character, and knowledge accompany the arrow's flight.Meaning of each word
- Heru: arrow
- Bagja: fortunate, happy
- Mahardika: virtuous and knowledgeable
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Interpretation
May a son grow and develop, moving forward like an arrow.Meaning of each word
- Heru: arrow
- Bina: to build and develop
- Saputra: son, male child
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Heru Gema
Interpretation
A picture of an arrow in flight, accompanied by echoing sound.Meaning of each word
- Heru: arrow
- Gema: sound reflected back
Heru as a middle name
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Interpretation
A picture of an upholder of justice carrying arrow and shield.Meaning of each word
- Maruhum: upholding law and justice
- Heru: arrow
- Randy: shield; wolf
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Interpretation
May steadfastness endure long, accompanying a journey like an arrow's flight.Meaning of each word
- Tegar: steadfast, resilient in hardship
- Heru: arrow
- Dirga: long or enduring
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Prawiranegara Heru Sian
Interpretation
A picture of a wise knight of the realm holding an arrow.Meaning of each word
- Prawiranegara: warrior of the realm
- Heru: arrow
- Sian: wise; virtuous
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Interpretation
A picture of a triumphant son with arrow, spear, and prosperity.Meaning of each word
- Putrajaya: a victorious son
- Heru: arrow
- Edgar: prosperity and spear
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Interpretation
A picture of an arrow advancing, following a stream flowing downward.Meaning of each word
- Bangkit: rise again, begin moving forward
- Heru: arrow
- Jordy: one who descends; worker of the land
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Interpretation
A picture of an enduring soul with an arrow illuminated by lamplight.Meaning of each word
- Nusyirwan: of immortal soul
- Heru: arrow
- Dipo: lamp, source of light
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Interpretation
A picture of a man with an arrow and a godlike body.Meaning of each word
- Agam: male; sturdy and strong
- Heru: arrow
- Dewangga: body of a deity
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Interpretation
May joy and signs of good fortune accompany a journey like an arrow.Meaning of each word
- Pramudya: joy and delight
- Heru: arrow
- Laksmana: bearing auspicious marks
Heru as a last name
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Farrel Aldiansyah Heru
Interpretation
A picture of a brave ruler holding an arrow in his hand.Meaning of each word
- Farrel: a man of valor
- Aldiansyah: king, ruler
- Heru: arrow
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Juang Heru
Interpretation
May determined effort toward a goal fly like an arrow.Meaning of each word
- Juang: striving to achieve a goal
- Heru: arrow
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Interpretation
A picture of joy accompanying an arrow's flight amid rolling thunder.Meaning of each word
- Pramudya: joy and delight
- Guntoro: thunder
- Heru: arrow
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Akili Heru
Interpretation
May intelligence guide every step, as precisely as an arrow.Meaning of each word
- Akili: reason, intelligence
- Heru: arrow
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Senjaya Heru
Interpretation
May success accompany efforts that fly forward like an arrow.Meaning of each word
- Senjaya: victory, success
- Heru: arrow
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Prayogo Heru
Interpretation
May goodness accompany life's direction, like the flight of an arrow.Meaning of each word
- Prayogo: good, proper, fitting
- Heru: arrow
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Interpretation
A picture of a humane leader with an arrow in his struggle.Meaning of each word
- Pradana: the foremost, a leader
- Insani: human, pertaining to humanity
- Heru: arrow
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Cahyo Heru
Interpretation
A picture of an arrow flying amid rays of light.Meaning of each word
- Cahyo: light, radiance
- Heru: arrow
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How to pronounce Heru
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /hɛru/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦺꦫꦸ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮠᮨᮛᮥ |
Is Heru a boy’s name?
Yes, Heru is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 97% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Heru ranks #72 among boy names in our data sample (187 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Heru
Famous people named Heru
- Heru Budi Hartono · b. 1965
- Heru Nerly · b. 1980
- Heru Winarko · b. 1962
- Heru Handika
- Heru Hartanto Subolo · b. 1966
- Heru Sudjatmoko · b. 1951
- Andi Heru Wahyudi
- Gusti Heru · b. 1961
- Heru Atmodjo · b. 1929
- Heru Cokro · b. 1974
- Heru Djojo Adhiningrat · b. 1960
- Heru Kesawa Murti · b. 1957
FAQ about the name Heru
What is the meaning of Heru?
Heru means arrow. Commonly linked to Old Javanese hru, meaning “arrow,” with its pronunciation adapted to Heru.
Is Heru a boy’s name?
Yes, Heru is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 97% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Heru?
Heru is of Old Javanese (Kawi) and Javanese origin.
How many syllables does Heru have?
Heru has 2 syllables (He-ru) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Heru?
Heru ranks #72 among boy names in our data sample (187 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Heru?
Some ideas: Heru Nara; Maruhum Heru Randy; Farrel Aldiansyah Heru.
Famous people named Heru?
Notable people named Heru include Heru Budi Hartono, Heru Nerly, Heru Winarko.
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