Boy name
Jarwo name meaning
“meaning, explanation”
Jarwo is a masculine name from Javanese, meaning meaning or explanation. It is a name spelling of jarwa, a word that also means translation. The final -o reflects the Javanese pronunciation of a form ending in -a, explaining the relationship between Jarwo and jarwa.
What does Jarwo mean?
Meaning, explanation
In Indonesian: makna, penjelasan
Origin and cultural usage of Jarwo
Jarwo is a name spelling of Javanese jarwa, 'meaning, explanation, translation'. The final -o reflects the Javanese pronunciation of a word ending in -a.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
How to pronounce Jarwo
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /dʒarwo/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦗꦂꦮꦺꦴ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮏᮁᮝᮧ |
Is Jarwo a boy’s name?
Yes, Jarwo is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Jarwo ranks #4,955 among boy names in our data sample (2 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Jarwo
Famous people named Jarwo
- Jarwo Kwat · b. 1967
FAQ about the name Jarwo
What is the meaning of Jarwo?
Jarwo means meaning, explanation. Jarwo is a name spelling of Javanese jarwa, 'meaning, explanation, translation'. The final -o reflects the Javanese pronunciation of a word ending in -a.
Is Jarwo a boy’s name?
Yes, Jarwo is used mostly as a boy’s name.
What is the origin of the name Jarwo?
Jarwo is of Javanese origin.
How many syllables does Jarwo have?
Jarwo has 2 syllables (Jar-wo) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Jarwo?
Jarwo ranks #4,955 among boy names in our data sample (2 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Famous people named Jarwo?
Notable people named Jarwo include Jarwo Kwat.
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