Boy name
Karna name meaning
“ear”
Karna is a masculine name from Sanskrit karṇa, meaning ear. Alongside this literal meaning, Karna is the name of a major figure in the Mahabharata. The same figure is also known in Indonesian wayang traditions, giving the name a connection with both the epic and wayang storytelling.
What does Karna mean?
Ear
In Indonesian: telinga
Origin and cultural usage of Karna
From Sanskrit karṇa, meaning ear. Karna is also a major figure in the Mahabharata and in Indonesian wayang traditions.
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 Karna
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Karna, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Karna: ear
- Mangaraja: king, ruler
- Langit: the expanse of sky above the earth
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Meaning of each word
- Karna: ear
- Raja: ruler of a kingdom
- Elang: large bird of prey
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Karna Halilintar
Meaning of each word
- Karna: ear
- Halilintar: a striking thunderbolt
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Meaning of each word
- Suwanda: of beautiful appearance
- Karna: ear
- Langit: the expanse of sky above the earth
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Karna Juniarto
Meaning of each word
- Karna: ear
- Juniarto: associated with June
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Meaning of each word
- Karna: ear
- Daya: strength or ability
- Agam: male; sturdy and strong
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How to pronounce Karna
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /karna/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦏꦂꦤ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮊᮁᮔ |
Is Karna a boy’s name?
Yes, Karna is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 82% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Karna ranks #1,571 among boy names in our data sample (12 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Karna
- Karno♂Ear
- Karya♂A creation or achievement
- Karma♂Actions and their moral consequences
- Karta♂Prosperous, safe, fortunate
- Kara♂Hand
- Karsa♂Intention, will
- Kurnia♂♀A gift bringing goodness
- Karim♂Generous, noble, honourable
- Kirana♂♀A ray of light
- Karel♂Man, free man
- Karman♂Action or the result of deeds
- Kaka♂♀An older sibling
Famous people named Karna
- Karna Sobahi · b. 1954
- Karna Suswandi
- Karna Yudibrata · b. 1936
- Karna Brata Lesmana · b. 1960
- Karna Suswandi · b. 1967
- Karna Wijaya · b. 1960
- Karna Wijaya · b. 1963
FAQ about the name Karna
What is the meaning of Karna?
Karna means ear. From Sanskrit karṇa, meaning ear. Karna is also a major figure in the Mahabharata and in Indonesian wayang traditions.
Is Karna a boy’s name?
Yes, Karna is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 82% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Karna?
Karna is of Sanskrit origin.
How many syllables does Karna have?
Karna has 2 syllables (Kar-na) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Karna?
Karna ranks #1,571 among boy names in our data sample (12 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Karna?
Some ideas: Karna Mangaraja Langit; Karna Raja Elang; Karna Halilintar.
Famous people named Karna?
Notable people named Karna include Karna Sobahi, Karna Suswandi, Karna Yudibrata.
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